Serving 375 students in grades 10-12, Ben Davis University 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: 10-12
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34%
- Attendance Zone: Ben Davis University High School serves the east part of its school district in Indianapolis, IN, with a small attendance zone that is approximately 2.9 miles from the furthest edge, allowing for typical drive times of 5-10 minutes for families in the area.
- 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
School Overview
Ben Davis University High School's student population of 375 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
375 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Wayne!
School Rankings
Ben Davis University 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 Ben Davis University High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#930 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and White
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 #930 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 88.1%.
How many students attend Ben Davis University High School?
375 students attend Ben Davis University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Ben Davis University High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Davis University High School?
Ben Davis University High School has a student ration of 22:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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