Serving 375 students in grades 9-12, South Spencer High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 375 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Spencer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Spencer High School's student population of 375 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
375 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Spencer 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 South Spencer High School is 0.13, 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
#240 out of 1755 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
93%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 South Spencer High School's ranking?
South Spencer High School is ranked #240 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Spencer High School often compared to?
South Spencer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Spencer High School?
The graduation rate of South Spencer High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Spencer High School?
375 students attend South Spencer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of South Spencer High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Spencer High School?
South Spencer High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Spencer High School offer ?
South Spencer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Spencer High School part of?
South Spencer High School is part of South Spencer County Sch Corp School District.
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