Serving 739 students in grades 7-12, Blackford Jr-sr 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 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blackford Jr-sr High School's student population of 739 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blackford Jr-sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blackford Jr-sr High School is 0.15, which is less 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
#1109 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
92%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blackford Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Blackford Jr-sr High School is ranked #1109 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blackford Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Blackford Jr-sr High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Blackford Jr-sr High School?
739 students attend Blackford Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Blackford Jr-sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blackford Jr-sr High School?
Blackford Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Blackford Jr-sr High School offer ?
Blackford Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Blackford Jr-sr High School part of?
Blackford Jr-sr High School is part of Blackford County Schools School District.
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