Pike Central Middle School vs Wood Memorial Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pike Central Middle School
Petersburg · Public middle · Grades 6–8
383 students
Wood Memorial Middle School
Oakland City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
157 students
| Measure | Pike Central Middle School Petersburg, Indiana | Wood Memorial Middle School Oakland City, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #245 of 335 | #255 of 335 |
| National rank | #9689 of 15,369 | #10126 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 383 | 157 |
| Enrollment | 383 | 157 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.5% | 59.9% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 11.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 32% |
| city | Petersburg | Oakland City |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pike Central Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.6 vs 38.7).
- •Wood Memorial Middle School does better on math proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Pike Central Middle School does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 37%).
- •Pike Central Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.5% vs 59.9%).
- •Wood Memorial Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 13.2).
- •Pike Central Middle School is the larger school with 383 students compared with 157.
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 Middle School better than Wood Memorial Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Pike Central Middle School ranks higher (40.6 vs 38.7 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 Middle School and Wood Memorial Middle School?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Petersburg and Oakland City in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pike Central Middle School: 383. Wood Memorial Middle School: 157. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pike Central Middle School and Wood Memorial Middle School rank in Indiana?
Pike Central Middle School is 245th of 335 and Wood Memorial Middle School is 255th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).