Serving 473 students in grades 7-12, South Central Jr-sr 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 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Central Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Central Jr-sr High School's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Central Jr-sr 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 South Central Jr-sr High School is 0.22, 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
#933 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
88%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
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 South Central Jr-sr High School's ranking?
South Central Jr-sr High School is ranked #933 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Central Jr-sr High School often compared to?
South Central Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laporte High School, Michigan City High School, Westville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Central Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of South Central Jr-sr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Central Jr-sr High School?
473 students attend South Central Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of South Central Jr-sr High School students are White, 9% 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 South Central Jr-sr High School?
South Central Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Central Jr-sr High School offer ?
South Central Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is South Central Jr-sr High School part of?
South Central Jr-sr High School is part of South Central Com School Corp School District.
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