Rensselaer Central High School vs Van Rensselaer Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 571 m 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
Van Rensselaer Elementary School
Rensselaer · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
329 students
| Measure | Rensselaer Central High School Rensselaer, Indiana | Van Rensselaer Elementary School Rensselaer, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #172 of 387 | #504 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #7195 of 16,910 | #22670 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 432 | 329 |
| Enrollment | 432 | 329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 49.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.0 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 51% |
| city | Rensselaer | Rensselaer |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (54.5 vs 53.6).
- •Van Rensselaer Elementary School does better on math proficiency (51% vs 22%).
- •Rensselaer Central High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •Rensselaer Central High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.3% vs 49.2%).
- •Rensselaer Central High School does better on students per teacher (12.0 vs 16.5).
- •Rensselaer Central High School is the larger school with 432 students compared with 329.
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 Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Rensselaer Central High School and Van Rensselaer Elementary School?
About 571 m in a straight line, between Rensselaer and Rensselaer in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rensselaer Central High School: 432. Van Rensselaer Elementary School: 329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rensselaer Central High School and Van Rensselaer Elementary School rank in Indiana?
Rensselaer Central High School is 172nd of 387 and Van Rensselaer Elementary School is 504th of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).