Sheridan Middle School vs South Putnam Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Indiana, United States, 80 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sheridan Middle School
Sheridan · Public middle · Grades 6–8
270 students
South Putnam Middle School
Greencastle · Public middle · Grades 6–8
268 students
| Measure | Sheridan Middle School Sheridan, Indiana | South Putnam Middle School Greencastle, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #131 of 335 | #147 of 335 |
| National rank | #6237 of 15,369 | #6629 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 270 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 270 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.4% | 48.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 50% |
| city | Sheridan | Greencastle |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sheridan Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 54.7).
- •South Putnam Middle School does better on math proficiency (50% vs 44%).
- •Sheridan Middle School does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 46%).
- •South Putnam Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.1% vs 60.4%).
- •Sheridan Middle School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 14.9).
- •Sheridan Middle School is the larger school with 270 students compared with 268.
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 Sheridan Middle School better than South Putnam Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Sheridan Middle School ranks higher (56.5 vs 54.7 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 Sheridan Middle School and South Putnam Middle School?
About 80 km in a straight line, between Sheridan and Greencastle in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Sheridan Middle School: 270. South Putnam Middle School: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Sheridan Middle School and South Putnam Middle School rank in Indiana?
Sheridan Middle School is 131st of 335 and South Putnam Middle School is 147th of 335 among middle schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).