Marion High School vs Mississinewa High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 6.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marion High School
Marion · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,058 students
Mississinewa High School
Gas City · Public high · Grades 9–12
760 students
| Measure | Marion High School Marion, Indiana | Mississinewa High School Gas City, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #341 of 387 | #335 of 387 |
| National rank | #12730 of 16,910 | #12457 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,058 | 760 |
| Enrollment | 1,058 | 760 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.8% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 22% |
| city | Marion | Gas City |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mississinewa High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.9 vs 32.7).
- •Marion High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Marion High School does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Mississinewa High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.2% vs 69.8%).
- •Mississinewa High School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 19.2).
- •Marion High School is the larger school with 1,058 students compared with 760.
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 Marion High School better than Mississinewa High School?
On the Success Index (US), Mississinewa High School ranks higher (33.9 vs 32.7 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 Marion High School and Mississinewa High School?
About 6.6 km in a straight line, between Marion and Gas City in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marion High School: 1,058. Mississinewa High School: 760. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marion High School and Mississinewa High School rank in Indiana?
Marion High School is 341st of 387 and Mississinewa High School is 335th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).