Serving 334 students in grades 7-12, William W Borden High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William W Borden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
William W Borden High School's student population of 334 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William W Borden High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William W Borden High School is 0.10, 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
#368 out of 1755 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 William W Borden High School's ranking?
William W Borden High School is ranked #368 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are William W Borden High School often compared to?
William W Borden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Silver Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of William W Borden High School?
The graduation rate of William W Borden High School is 90%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend William W Borden High School?
334 students attend William W Borden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of William W Borden High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William W Borden High School?
William W Borden High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does William W Borden High School offer ?
William W Borden High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is William W Borden High School part of?
William W Borden High School is part of Borden-Henryville School Corporation School District.
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