Lawrence Central High School vs The Nature School of Central Indiana
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 955 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lawrence Central High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,517 students
The Nature School of Central Indiana
Indianapolis · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
175 students
| Measure | Lawrence Central High School Indianapolis, Indiana | The Nature School of Central Indiana Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #348 of 387 | #172 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #13190 of 16,910 | #11501 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 2,517 | 175 |
| Enrollment | 2,517 | 175 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.2% | 5.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 29.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 18% | – |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Nature School of Central Indiana scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.8 vs 30.7).
- •The Nature School of Central Indiana does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.1% vs 60.2%).
- •Lawrence Central High School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 29.2).
- •Lawrence Central High School is the larger school with 2,517 students compared with 175.
- •Lawrence Central High School is a public school while The Nature School of Central Indiana is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lawrence Central High School better than The Nature School of Central Indiana?
On the Success Index (US), The Nature School of Central Indiana ranks higher (69.8 vs 30.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Lawrence Central High School and The Nature School of Central Indiana?
About 955 m in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lawrence Central High School: 2,517. The Nature School of Central Indiana: 175. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lawrence Central High School and The Nature School of Central Indiana rank in Indiana?
Lawrence Central High School is 348th of 387 and The Nature School of Central Indiana is 172nd of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).