Serving 428 students in grades 9-12, Switzerland Co Senior 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (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 6% 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: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Switzerland Co Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Switzerland Co Senior High School's student population of 428 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Switzerland Co Senior 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 Switzerland Co Senior High School is 0.12, 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
#1033 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
94%
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
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Switzerland Co Senior High School's ranking?
Switzerland Co Senior High School is ranked #1033 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Switzerland Co Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Switzerland Co Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Switzerland Co Senior High School?
428 students attend Switzerland Co Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Switzerland Co Senior High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Switzerland Co Senior High School?
Switzerland Co Senior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Switzerland Co Senior High School offer ?
Switzerland Co Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Switzerland Co Senior High School part of?
Switzerland Co Senior High School is part of Switzerland County School Corp School District.
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