Martha J Ridpath Elementary School vs South Putnam 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.
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School
Greencastle · Public elementary · Grades K–2
160 students
South Putnam High School
Greencastle · Public high · Grades 9–12
354 students
| Measure | Martha J Ridpath Elementary School Greencastle, Indiana | South Putnam High School Greencastle, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #640 of 1,053 | #259 of 387 |
| National rank | #26440 of 50,301 | #9534 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 160 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 160 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.6% | 48.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 14.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 62% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Greencastle | Greencastle |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Martha J Ridpath Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.1 vs 45.7).
- •South Putnam High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 70.6%).
- •Martha J Ridpath Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.8).
- •South Putnam High School is the larger school with 354 students compared with 160.
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 Martha J Ridpath Elementary School better than South Putnam High School?
On the Success Index (US), Martha J Ridpath Elementary School ranks higher (48.1 vs 45.7 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 Martha J Ridpath Elementary School and South Putnam High School?
About 7.0 km in a straight line, between Greencastle and Greencastle in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School: 160. South Putnam High School: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Martha J Ridpath Elementary School and South Putnam High School rank in Indiana?
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School is 640th of 1,053 and South Putnam High School is 259th of 387 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).