Arsenal Technical High School, commonly referred to as Tech or Arsenal Tech, is a public high school in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, which is run by the Indianapolis Public Schools district.
Serving 2,360 students in grades 9-12, Arsenal Technical 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 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 73% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arsenal Technical High School serves a central area in Indianapolis, IN, encompassing approximately 18.3 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive for residents, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 2.3 miles and reaching up to 4.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arsenal Technical High School's student population of 2,360 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,360 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1912
Campus Size
76 acres
School Motto
Home of the Titans!
School Rankings
Arsenal Technical High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arsenal Technical High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1707 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
58%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
73%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arsenal Technical High School's ranking?
Arsenal Technical High School is ranked #1707 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Arsenal Technical High School often compared to?
Arsenal Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arsenal Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Arsenal Technical High School is 73%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Arsenal Technical High School?
2,360 students attend Arsenal Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Arsenal Technical High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arsenal Technical High School?
Arsenal Technical High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Arsenal Technical High School offer ?
Arsenal Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arsenal Technical High School part of?
Arsenal Technical High School is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Arsenal Technical High School located?
Arsenal Technical High School is located in the Near Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 6 other public schools located in Near Eastside.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The facility is so great and help you if you get injured. The music dept. has a lot of students in either band, advance choir, show choir, bell choir, gospel choir, strings, beginning choir, or orchestra.
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