Serving 1,052 students in grades 9-12, East Chicago Central 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 7% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Chicago Central High School serves a central area in East Chicago, IN, covering approximately 3.1 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Chicago Central High School's student population of 1,052 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,052 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1986
School Rankings
East Chicago Central 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 East Chicago Central High School is 0.53, 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
#1597 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
55%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
42%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
1%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
74%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Chicago Central High School's ranking?
East Chicago Central High School is ranked #1597 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are East Chicago Central High School often compared to?
East Chicago Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merrillville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Chicago Central High School?
The graduation rate of East Chicago Central High School is 74%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend East Chicago Central High School?
1,052 students attend East Chicago Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of East Chicago Central High School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Chicago Central High School?
East Chicago Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Chicago Central High School offer ?
East Chicago Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Chicago Central High School part of?
East Chicago Central High School is part of School City Of East Chicago School District.
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