Serving 3,212 students in grades 9-12, Lake Central High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Central High School's student population of 3,212 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lake Central High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Central High School is 0.52, which is less 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
#239 out of 1755 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
9%
13%
White
66%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Central High School's ranking?
Lake Central High School is ranked #239 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lake Central High School often compared to?
Lake Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crown Point High School, Hanover Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Central High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lake Central High School?
3,212 students attend Lake Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lake Central High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lake Central High School?
Lake Central High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Central High School offer ?
Lake Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lake Central High School part of?
Lake Central High School is part of Lake Central School Corporation School District.
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