Pike Central High School vs Pike Central Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 113 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pike Central High School
Petersburg · Public high · Grades 9–12
450 students
Pike Central Middle School
Petersburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
383 students
| Measure | Pike Central High School Petersburg, Indiana | Pike Central Middle School Petersburg, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #218 of 387 | #245 of 335 |
| National rank | #8391 of 16,910 | #9689 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 450 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.7% | 53.5% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 30% |
| city | Petersburg | Petersburg |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pike Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.0 vs 40.6).
- •Pike Central Middle School does better on math proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •Pike Central High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 39%).
- •Pike Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.7% vs 53.5%).
- •Pike Central High School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 13.2).
- •Pike Central High School is the larger school with 450 students compared with 383.
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 Pike Central High School better than Pike Central Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Pike Central High School ranks higher (50.0 vs 40.6 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 Pike Central High School and Pike Central Middle School?
About 113 m in a straight line, between Petersburg and Petersburg in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pike Central High School: 450. Pike Central Middle School: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pike Central High School and Pike Central Middle School rank in Indiana?
Pike Central High School is 218th of 387 and Pike Central Middle School is 245th of 335 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).