Serving 1,143 students in grades 9-12, Crispus Attucks 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 1,143 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 78% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Crispus Attucks High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Crispus Attucks High School's student population of 1,143 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Crispus Attucks High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Crispus Attucks High School is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1727 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
34%
14%
Black
58%
13%
White
4%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
78%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crispus Attucks High School's ranking?
Crispus Attucks High School is ranked #1727 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Crispus Attucks High School often compared to?
Crispus Attucks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shortridge High School, Arsenal Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crispus Attucks High School?
The graduation rate of Crispus Attucks High School is 78%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Crispus Attucks High School?
1,143 students attend Crispus Attucks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Crispus Attucks High School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Crispus Attucks High School?
Crispus Attucks High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crispus Attucks High School offer ?
Crispus Attucks High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Crispus Attucks High School part of?
Crispus Attucks High School is part of Indianapolis Public Schools School District.
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