Herron High School is a public charter school in Indianapolis, Indiana. It opened for the 2006–2007 school year. Herron is a college preparatory school, providing a classical-based education, and serves grades 9–12.
Serving 998 students in grades 9-12, Herron High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herron High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Herron High School's student population of 998 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Herron High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herron High School 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
#446 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
23%
13%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Achaean
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herron High School's ranking?
Herron High School is ranked #446 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herron High School?
The graduation rate of Herron High School is 92%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Herron High School?
998 students attend Herron High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Herron High School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herron High School?
Herron High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Herron High School offer ?
Herron High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Herron High School part of?
Herron High School is part of Herron Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Herron High School located?
Herron High School is located in the Near Northside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Near Northside.
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