Serving 354 students in grades 9-12, South Putnam High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Putnam High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Greencastle, IN, covering approximately 157.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive to the school of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Putnam High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Putnam High School's student population of 354 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
South Putnam High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Putnam High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#977 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Putnam High School's ranking?
South Putnam High School is ranked #977 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Putnam High School often compared to?
South Putnam High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greencastle High School, Cloverdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Putnam High School?
The graduation rate of South Putnam High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend South Putnam High School?
354 students attend South Putnam High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Putnam High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Putnam High School?
South Putnam High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Putnam High School offer ?
South Putnam High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Putnam High School part of?
South Putnam High School is part of South Putnam Community Schools.
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