Serving 1,837 students in grades 9-12, Anderson 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 13% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 1,837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anderson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Anderson High School's student population of 1,837 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anderson 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 Anderson High School is 0.65, 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
#1472 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
14%
Black
23%
13%
White
51%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anderson High School's ranking?
Anderson High School is ranked #1472 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Anderson High School often compared to?
Anderson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pendleton Heights High School, Lapel Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anderson High School?
The graduation rate of Anderson High School is 84%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Anderson High School?
1,837 students attend Anderson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Anderson High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anderson High School?
Anderson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Anderson High School offer ?
Anderson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Anderson High School part of?
Anderson High School is part of Anderson Community School Corp School District.
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