South Central Jr-Sr High School vs Tri-Township Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Indiana, United States, 7.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Central Jr-Sr High School
Union Mills · Public high · Grades 7–12
463 students
Tri-Township Elementary School
Wanatah · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
141 students
| Measure | South Central Jr-Sr High School Union Mills, Indiana | Tri-Township Elementary School Wanatah, Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #165 of 387 | #527 of 1,053 |
| National rank | #6964 of 16,910 | #23283 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 463 | 141 |
| Enrollment | 463 | 141 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.8% | 48.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.1 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 47% |
| city | Union Mills | Wanatah |
| state | Indiana | Indiana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Central Jr-Sr High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.3 vs 52.7).
- •Tri-Township Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 34%).
- •South Central Jr-Sr High School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •South Central Jr-Sr High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.8% vs 48.2%).
- •Tri-Township Elementary School does better on students per teacher (14.1 vs 17.1).
- •South Central Jr-Sr High School is the larger school with 463 students compared with 141.
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 South Central Jr-Sr High School better than Tri-Township Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), South Central Jr-Sr High School ranks higher (55.3 vs 52.7 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 South Central Jr-Sr High School and Tri-Township Elementary School?
About 7.7 km in a straight line, between Union Mills and Wanatah in Indiana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Central Jr-Sr High School: 463. Tri-Township Elementary School: 141. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Central Jr-Sr High School and Tri-Township Elementary School rank in Indiana?
South Central Jr-Sr High School is 165th of 387 and Tri-Township Elementary School is 527th of 1,053 among high schools in Indiana on the 2025 Success Index (US).