North Central High School vs Spring Mill Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Central High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,682 students
Spring Mill Elementary School
Indianapolis · Public elementary · Grades K–5
529 students
| Measure | North Central High School Indianapolis, Indiana | Spring Mill Elementary School Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #281 of 387 | #714 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #10420 of 16,910 | #29230 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 3,682 | 529 |
| Enrollment | 3,682 | 529 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.4% | 57.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 43% |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Spring Mill Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.1 vs 42.2).
- •Spring Mill Elementary School does better on math proficiency (43% vs 28%).
- •North Central High School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 43%).
- •North Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.4% vs 57.5%).
- •Spring Mill Elementary School does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 17.9).
- •North Central High School is the larger school with 3,682 students compared with 529.
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 North Central High School better than Spring Mill Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Spring Mill Elementary School ranks higher (44.1 vs 42.2 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 North Central High School and Spring Mill Elementary School?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Central High School: 3,682. Spring Mill Elementary School: 529. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Central High School and Spring Mill Elementary School rank in Indiana?
North Central High School is 281st of 387 and Spring Mill Elementary School is 714th of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).