Nora Elementary School vs North Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nora Elementary School
Indianapolis · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
544 students
North Central High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,682 students
| Measure | Nora Elementary School Indianapolis, Indiana | North Central High School Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #843 of 1,053 | #281 of 387 |
| National rank | #34463 of 50,301 | #10420 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 544 | 3,682 |
| Enrollment | 544 | 3,682 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.1% | 48.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 28% |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.2 vs 36.3).
- •Nora Elementary School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 28%).
- •North Central High School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 33%).
- •North Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 53.1%).
- •Nora Elementary School does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 17.9).
- •North Central High School is the larger school with 3,682 students compared with 544.
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 Nora Elementary School better than North Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), North Central High School ranks higher (42.2 vs 36.3 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 Nora Elementary School and North Central High School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nora Elementary School: 544. North Central High School: 3,682. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nora Elementary School and North Central High School rank in Indiana?
Nora Elementary School is 843rd of 1,053 and North Central High School is 281st of 387 among elementary schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).