Serving 3,330 students in grades 9-12, Elkhart 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 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,330 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhart High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elkhart High School's student population of 3,330 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 190 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
190 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elkhart High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkhart High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1044 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
40%
14%
Black
13%
13%
White
38%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elkhart High School's ranking?
Elkhart High School is ranked #1044 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Elkhart High School often compared to?
Elkhart High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkhart High School?
The graduation rate of Elkhart High School is 86%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elkhart High School?
3,330 students attend Elkhart High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Elkhart High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkhart High School?
Elkhart High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elkhart High School offer ?
Elkhart High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Elkhart High School part of?
Elkhart High School is part of Elkhart Community Schools School District.
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