Serving 1,269 students in grades 9-12, Crispus Attucks 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 3% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Crispus Attucks Medical Magnet covers the entire Indianapolis school district, encompassing approximately 80 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum of 10.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Crispus Attucks High School's student population of 1,269 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,269 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1927
School Rankings
Crispus Attucks 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 Crispus Attucks High School is 0.52, 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
#1713 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
62%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.8%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crispus Attucks High School's ranking?
Crispus Attucks High School is ranked #1713 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Crispus Attucks High School often compared to?
Crispus Attucks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shortridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Crispus Attucks High School?
The graduation rate of Crispus Attucks High School is 94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Crispus Attucks High School?
1,269 students attend Crispus Attucks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Crispus Attucks High School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Crispus Attucks High School?
Crispus Attucks High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Crispus Attucks High School offer ?
Crispus Attucks High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Crispus Attucks High School part of?
Crispus Attucks High School is part of Indianapolis School District.
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