Serving 1,814 students in grades 9-12, Hammond 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 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hammond High School serves the southwest part of Hammond, IN, encompassing an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school's edge, reaching up to 2.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hammond Central High School's student population of 1,814 students has grown by 103% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 114% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,814 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Rankings
Hammond 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 Hammond Central High School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1595 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
54%
15%
Black
37%
14%
White
6%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolves
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammond Central High School's ranking?
Hammond Central High School is ranked #1595 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Hammond Central High School often compared to?
Hammond Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morton Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hammond Central High School?
The graduation rate of Hammond Central High School is 87%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hammond Central High School?
1,814 students attend Hammond Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Hammond Central High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hammond Central High School?
Hammond Central High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hammond Central High School offer ?
Hammond Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammond Central High School part of?
Hammond Central High School is part of School City Of Hammond School District.
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