Martha J Ridpath Elementary School vs South Putnam Middle 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 Middle School
Greencastle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
268 students
| Measure | Martha J Ridpath Elementary School Greencastle, Indiana | South Putnam Middle School Greencastle, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #640 of 1,053 | #147 of 335 |
| National rank | #26440 of 50,301 | #6629 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 160 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 160 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.6% | 48.1% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 46% |
| Math proficiency | – | 50% |
| city | Greencastle | Greencastle |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Putnam Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.7 vs 48.1).
- •South Putnam Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.1% vs 70.6%).
- •Martha J Ridpath Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 14.9).
- •South Putnam Middle School is the larger school with 268 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 Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), South Putnam Middle School ranks higher (54.7 vs 48.1 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 Middle 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 Middle School: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Martha J Ridpath Elementary School and South Putnam Middle School rank in Indiana?
Martha J Ridpath Elementary School is 640th of 1,053 and South Putnam Middle School is 147th of 335 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).