Serving 582 students in grades 9-12, Jimtown High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 582 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jimtown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jimtown High School's student population of 582 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
582 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jimtown High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jimtown High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#675 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
3%
13%
White
78%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #675 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jimtown High School often compared to?
Jimtown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northridge High School, North Wood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jimtown High School?
The graduation rate of Jimtown High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jimtown High School?
582 students attend Jimtown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Jimtown High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jimtown High School offer ?
Jimtown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Jimtown High School part of?
Jimtown High School is part of Baugo Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/24/2014
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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