East Allen University is a high school within the East Allen County School system in Indiana. Part of the former Paul Harding High School, EAU was formed in 2012 after a reorganization that saw the senior high school divided from the newly created Paul Harding Junior High School.
Serving 303 students in grades 9-12, East Allen University ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 303 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Allen University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
East Allen University's student population of 303 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
303 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Rankings
East Allen University ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Allen University is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
52%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
7%
13%
White
22%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Allen University's ranking?
East Allen University is ranked #239 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are East Allen University often compared to?
East Allen Universityis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Allen University?
The graduation rate of East Allen University is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend East Allen University?
303 students attend East Allen University.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of East Allen University students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Allen University?
East Allen University has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Allen University offer ?
East Allen University offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Allen University part of?
East Allen University is part of East Allen County Schools School District.
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