Marion County Jail High School (Closed 2023)

Marion County Jail High School serves 51 students in grades 9-12. 
Minority enrollment was 80% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
2 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (IN)
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
76%
14%
White
20%
62%
All Ethnic Groups
80%
0.38
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Marion County Jail High School?
51 students attend Marion County Jail High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Marion County Jail High School students are Black, 20% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Marion County Jail High School offer ?
Marion County Jail High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marion County Jail High School part of?
Marion County Jail High School is part of Indianapolis Public Schools.

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