Lake Central High School is a high school in St. John, Indiana, for students in grades nine through twelve.
Serving 2,926 students in grades 9-12, Lake Central High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 2,926 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saint John, IN, covering approximately 39.4 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge being 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lake Central High School's student population of 2,926 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,926 students
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
Lake Central High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Central High School is 0.54, 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
#340 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
64%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88.1%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Central High School's ranking?
Lake Central High School is ranked #340 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lake Central High School often compared to?
Lake Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crown Point High School, Hanover Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lake Central High School?
The graduation rate of Lake Central High School is 96%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Lake Central High School?
2,926 students attend Lake Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Lake Central High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Central High School?
Lake Central High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lake Central High School offer ?
Lake Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Central High School part of?
Lake Central High School is part of Lake Central School Corporation School District.
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