Perry Meridian High School vs Southport High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 3.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Perry Meridian High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,455 students
Southport High School
Indianapolis · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,431 students
| Measure | Perry Meridian High School Indianapolis, Indiana | Southport High School Indianapolis, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #291 of 387 | #359 of 387 |
| National rank | #10778 of 16,910 | #13963 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,455 | 2,431 |
| Enrollment | 2,455 | 2,431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58.9% | 70.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 20% |
| city | Indianapolis | Indianapolis |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Perry Meridian High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.8 vs 27.1).
- •Perry Meridian High School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 20%).
- •Perry Meridian High School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 45%).
- •Perry Meridian High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.9% vs 70.6%).
- •Southport High School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 18.9).
- •Perry Meridian High School is the larger school with 2,455 students compared with 2,431.
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 Perry Meridian High School better than Southport High School?
On the Success Index (US), Perry Meridian High School ranks higher (40.8 vs 27.1 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 Perry Meridian High School and Southport High School?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Indianapolis and Indianapolis in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Perry Meridian High School: 2,455. Southport High School: 2,431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Perry Meridian High School and Southport High School rank in Indiana?
Perry Meridian High School is 291st of 387 and Southport High School is 359th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).