Jimtown High School is located in Elkhart, Indiana, United States. It is in Baugo Township, and a part of the Baugo Community Schools system.
Serving 546 students in grades 9-12, Jimtown 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 546 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jimtown High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elkhart, IN, covering approximately 15 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the zone edge and a maximum of 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jimtown High School's student population of 546 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
546 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jimtown 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 Jimtown High School is 0.40, 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
#873 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
15%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
76%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jimtown High School's ranking?
Jimtown High School is ranked #873 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jimtown High School often compared to?
Jimtown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Wood High School, Northridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jimtown High School?
The graduation rate of Jimtown High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Jimtown High School?
546 students attend Jimtown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Jimtown High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jimtown High School?
Jimtown High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jimtown High School offer ?
Jimtown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jimtown High School part of?
Jimtown High School is part of Baugo Community Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I was a student at Jimtown High in the 50's Sandra K Eash I was wondering if I could get copies of my year books or what I would have to do Thank You Sandra Parsonss
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