For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 432 students in Rensselaer, IN.
The top-ranked public high school in Rensselaer, IN is Rensselaer Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rensselaer, IN public high school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in Rensselaer have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Rensselaer, IN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rensselaer Central High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Rensselaer, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rensselaer Central High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1106 E Grace St
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-5175
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-5175
Gr: 9-12 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Rensselaer, IN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Rensselaer, IN include Rensselaer Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in Rensselaer?
1 public high schools are located in Rensselaer.
What is the racial composition of students in Rensselaer?
Rensselaer public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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