South Henry School Corp, IN

Original Research by School Decision on South Henry School Corp

South Henry School Corp is a small district in eastern Indiana serving students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. It operates two schools: Tri Elementary School and Tri Junior-Senior High School. The enrollment is modest for a PK–12 district, and the student body is overwhelmingly white, with a small Hispanic population and an even smaller multiracial group. Data on free-and-reduced-price lunch eligibility, special education status, and English learner designation were not reported, so a parent seeking a full socioeconomic picture would need to gather that information directly from the district.

Academically, the district’s state test results for grades three through eight fall below the midpoint among Henry County’s districts. The overall proficiency index, which averages the rate of students scoring at Levels 3 or 4 across subjects, places South Henry in the bottom quartile of the county. In math, roughly three of every ten students reached proficiency. In English language arts, that figure was slightly lower. Science proficiency was about three in ten, while social studies proficiency was around one in five. These are the most recent ILEARN results available, and they reflect a district where a majority of tested students are not meeting the state’s proficiency benchmarks. A parent interested in how the district addresses these results may want to ask about instructional supports and intervention strategies at each school.

On a positive note, chronic absenteeism is relatively low. The district’s rate sits in the top quartile among the county’s districts, meaning fewer students are missing substantial instructional time compared to peers elsewhere in Henry County. That is a useful indicator of consistent attendance and student engagement. Per-pupil current spending falls in the lower half of the county’s middle range, suggesting the district operates on a leaner budget than some neighbors but is not at the extreme low end.

The district has two schools, so the experience varies by grade level. Elementary students attend Tri Elementary; older students move to Tri Junior-Senior High, which presumably shares a campus or building. The small enrollment likely means relatively small class sizes, though precise staffing ratios were not provided. A parent considering the district may appreciate the feel of a close-knit school community but should be aware that course offerings are likely narrower than in larger districts.

The housing market across the district’s coverage area is mixed. The zip codes that feed into South Henry span several small communities, including Knightstown, Lewisville, Spiceland, Straughn, and part of New Castle. Home values vary, with typical prices around the national affordability benchmark for a moderate-income household. Rents are modest, and the estimated monthly mortgage payment falls within reach for many earners. The area is predominantly rural, and housing costs are below state and national averages, which may appeal to families seeking relative affordability.

We looked for recent district changes or initiatives—things like a curriculum overhaul, a referendum, a tax change, or a new program—but found little to report. The available information was mostly profile data and financial filings, with no clear record of substantial policy or program shifts. That does not mean nothing is happening; it means the public record did not surface anything notable for a parent to track.

The district offers a straightforward, small-district experience with a largely homogeneous student body, below-average state test performance, and low chronic absenteeism. For a family who values a tight-knit rural setting and affordable housing, South Henry could be a reasonable fit, though a prospective parent will want to investigate the district’s academic improvement efforts and program breadth directly with the schools.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

789

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 3%

Black 0%

White 94%

Two+ 2%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

18%

36%

Gr 4

15%

42%

Gr 5

11%

32%

Gr 6

35%

Gr 7

16%

38%

Gr 8

27%

59%

Math

Gr 3

46%

54%

Gr 4

37%

62%

Gr 5

25%

40%

Gr 6

19%

46%

Gr 7

11%

32%

Gr 8

22%

Science

Gr 4

19%

42%

Gr 6

22%

54%

Social studies

Gr 5

14%

24%

Schools in this District

2 schools are officially reported under this district.

Tri Junior-Senior High School

Tri Elementary School

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

1 grade reported

31%

Grades 3-8

English Language Arts

1 grade reported

27%

Grades 3-8

Science

1 grade reported

33%

Grades 3-8

Social Studies

1 grade reported

18%

Grade 5

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$196,924

Year-over-year change+2.8%

Range across 6 ZIP codes$168K to $219K

vs. state typical0.77x

vs. national typical0.53x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (6 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
47352	Lewisville	$218K	+3.5%	24.2%
47387	Straughn	$193K	+1.5%	21.7%
47385	Spiceland	$202K	+2.4%	17.1%
47327		$182K	+4.7%	15.8%
47362	New Castle	$168K	+1.7%	14.4%
46148	Knightstown	$219K	+3.5%	6.6%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$856/mo

Year-over-year change+4.3%

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (1 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
47362	New Castle	$856	+4.3%	14.4%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$994/mo

Home price / national median income2.4x

Annual rent / national median income12.3%

Est. mortgage exceeds rent by$138/mo

Comparison

State typical home value$256,584 (+3.0% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

Data Currently Unavailable

Civil Rights Data (CRDC)

This profile is derived exclusively from publicly available federal and state datasets. It may not reflect the most current information available. We encourage parents and families to supplement this data with information published directly on the school’s website, which may include more recent figures, additional programs, or updated enrollment data.