Serving 1,024 students in grades 9-12, Shortridge 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% (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 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,024 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shortridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Shortridge High School's student population of 1,024 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,024 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shortridge 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 Shortridge High School is 0.66, 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
#1023 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
48%
13%
White
17%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shortridge High School's ranking?
Shortridge High School is ranked #1023 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Shortridge High School often compared to?
Shortridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crispus Attucks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% 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 Shortridge High School?
The graduation rate of Shortridge High School is 80%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Shortridge High School?
1,024 students attend Shortridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Shortridge High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shortridge High School?
Shortridge High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shortridge High School offer ?
Shortridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Shortridge High School part of?
Shortridge High School is part of Indianapolis Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Shortridge High School located?
Shortridge High School is located in the Mapleton Fall Creek neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Mapleton Fall Creek.
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