Luce Elementary School vs South Spencer High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 7.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Luce Elementary School
Richland · Public elementary · Grades K–6
178 students
South Spencer High School
Rockport · Public high · Grades 9–12
350 students
| Measure | Luce Elementary School Richland, Indiana | South Spencer High School Rockport, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #158 of 1,053 | #98 of 387 |
| National rank | #11096 of 50,301 | #5146 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 178 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 178 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.1% | 36% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 11.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 37% |
| city | Richland | Rockport |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Luce Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.3 vs 62.6).
- •Luce Elementary School does better on math proficiency (67% vs 37%).
- •South Spencer High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •South Spencer High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36% vs 37.1%).
- •Luce Elementary School does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 11.3).
- •South Spencer High School is the larger school with 350 students compared with 178.
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 Luce Elementary School better than South Spencer High School?
On the Success Index (US), Luce Elementary School ranks higher (70.3 vs 62.6 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 Luce Elementary School and South Spencer High School?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Richland and Rockport in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Luce Elementary School: 178. South Spencer High School: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Luce Elementary School and South Spencer High School rank in Indiana?
Luce Elementary School is 158th of 1,053 and South Spencer High School is 98th of 387 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).