Warren Central High School

9500 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46229
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 3,868 students in grades 9-12, Warren Central 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 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,868 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : 81% (Btm 50% in IN)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Warren Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

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Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Warren Central High School's student population of 3,868 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 232 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,868 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
232 teachers
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School Rankings

Warren Central 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 Warren Central High School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (IN)
#1099 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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18%
36%
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48%
43%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
19%
14%
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Black
55%
13%
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White
18%
65%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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0.63
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81%
87%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Warren Central High School's ranking?
Warren Central High School is ranked #1099 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Warren Central High School?
The graduation rate of Warren Central High School is 81%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Warren Central High School?
3,868 students attend Warren Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Warren Central High School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Warren Central High School?
Warren Central High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Warren Central High School offer ?
Warren Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Warren Central High School part of?
Warren Central High School is part of MSD Warren Township School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,868 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : 81% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 18% (Btm 50%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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