Rensselaer Central High School vs Rensselaer Central Primary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rensselaer Central High School
Rensselaer · Public high · Grades 9–12
432 students
Rensselaer Central Primary School
Rensselaer · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
398 students
| Measure | Rensselaer Central High School Rensselaer, Indiana | Rensselaer Central Primary School Rensselaer, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #172 of 387 | #554 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #7195 of 16,910 | #24076 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–2 |
| Students | 432 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 432 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 51% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Rensselaer | Rensselaer |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rensselaer Central High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.5 vs 51.6).
- •Rensselaer Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 51%).
- •Rensselaer Central High School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 15.9).
- •Rensselaer Central High School is the larger school with 432 students compared with 398.
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 Rensselaer Central High School better than Rensselaer Central Primary School?
On the Success Index (US), Rensselaer Central High School ranks higher (54.5 vs 51.6 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 Rensselaer Central High School and Rensselaer Central Primary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Rensselaer and Rensselaer in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rensselaer Central High School: 432. Rensselaer Central Primary School: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rensselaer Central High School and Rensselaer Central Primary School rank in Indiana?
Rensselaer Central High School is 172nd of 387 and Rensselaer Central Primary School is 554th of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).