Serving 358 students in grades 10-12, Ben Davis University 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Davis University High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Ben Davis University High School's student population of 358 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ben Davis University High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ben Davis University High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
38%
14%
Black
34%
13%
White
25%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ben Davis University High School's ranking?
Ben Davis University High School is ranked #703 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Ben Davis University High School often compared to?
Ben Davis University High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ben Davis 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 38% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ben Davis University High School?
The graduation rate of Ben Davis University High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Ben Davis University High School?
358 students attend Ben Davis University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Ben Davis University High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 25% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ben Davis University High School?
Ben Davis University High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ben Davis University High School offer ?
Ben Davis University High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Ben Davis University High School part of?
Ben Davis University High School is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Ben Davis University High School located?
Ben Davis University High School is located in the Chapel Hill And Ben Davis neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Chapel Hill And Ben Davis.
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