Serving 525 students in grades 9-12, West Vigo High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Vigo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
West Vigo High School's student population of 525 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Vigo High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Vigo 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
#675 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
94%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 West Vigo High School's ranking?
West Vigo High School is ranked #675 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are West Vigo High School often compared to?
West Vigo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Terre Haute South Vigo High School, Terre Haute North Vigo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Vigo High School?
The graduation rate of West Vigo High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Vigo High School?
525 students attend West Vigo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Vigo High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Vigo High School?
West Vigo High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Vigo High School offer ?
West Vigo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Vigo High School part of?
West Vigo High School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
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