Pike Central High School vs South Vermillion High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 140 km 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
South Vermillion High School
Clinton · Public high · Grades 9–12
446 students
| Measure | Pike Central High School Petersburg, Indiana | South Vermillion High School Clinton, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #218 of 387 | #265 of 387 |
| National rank | #8391 of 16,910 | #9626 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 450 | 446 |
| Enrollment | 450 | 446 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.7% | 54.7% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 9.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| city | Petersburg | Clinton |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pike Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.0 vs 45.3).
- •South Vermillion High School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Pike Central High School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Pike Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.7% vs 54.7%).
- •South Vermillion High School does better on students per teacher (9.5 vs 11.3).
- •Pike Central High School is the larger school with 450 students compared with 446.
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 South Vermillion High School?
On the Success Index (US), Pike Central High School ranks higher (50.0 vs 45.3 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 Pike Central High School and South Vermillion High School?
About 140 km in a straight line, between Petersburg and Clinton in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pike Central High School: 450. South Vermillion High School: 446. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pike Central High School and South Vermillion High School rank in Indiana?
Pike Central High School is 218th of 387 and South Vermillion High School is 265th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).