Rising Sun High School vs South Dearborn High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Indiana, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rising Sun High School
Rising Sun · Public high · Grades 9–12
235 students
South Dearborn High School
Aurora · Public high · Grades 9–12
625 students
| Measure | Rising Sun High School Rising Sun, Indiana | South Dearborn High School Aurora, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #246 of 387 | #204 of 387 |
| National rank | #9218 of 16,910 | #8032 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 235 | 625 |
| Enrollment | 235 | 625 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.3% | 38.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.8 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 58% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 25% |
| city | Rising Sun | Aurora |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Dearborn High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.4 vs 46.9).
- •South Dearborn High School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 17%).
- •South Dearborn High School does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 57%).
- •Rising Sun High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.3% vs 38.4%).
- •Rising Sun High School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 13.9).
- •South Dearborn High School is the larger school with 625 students compared with 235.
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 Rising Sun High School better than South Dearborn High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Dearborn High School ranks higher (51.4 vs 46.9 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 Rising Sun High School and South Dearborn High School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Rising Sun and Aurora in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rising Sun High School: 235. South Dearborn High School: 625. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rising Sun High School and South Dearborn High School rank in Indiana?
Rising Sun High School is 246th of 387 and South Dearborn High School is 204th of 387 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).