Serving 358 students in grades 7-8, Corydon Central Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Corydon Central Jr High School serves the northwest part of Corydon, IN, covering an attendance area of approximately 185 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Corydon Central Jr High School's student population of 358 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
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School Rankings
Corydon Central Jr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corydon Central Jr High School is 0.24, 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
#564 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
White
87%
62%
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Two or more races
6%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corydon Central Jr High School's ranking?
Corydon Central Jr High School is ranked #564 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Corydon Central Jr High School often compared to?
Corydon Central Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corydon Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Corydon Central Jr High School?
358 students attend Corydon Central Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Corydon Central Jr High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corydon Central Jr High School?
Corydon Central Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Corydon Central Jr High School offer ?
Corydon Central Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corydon Central Jr High School part of?
Corydon Central Jr High School is part of South Harrison Com Schools.
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