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 (26-27)
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
76%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 88.1%.
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
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