Serving 1,470 students in grades 9-12, Mt Vernon High School ranks in the top 50% 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 39% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mt Vernon High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Fortville, IN, encompassing approximately 67.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.9 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 10 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Vernon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mt Vernon High School's student population of 1,470 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Motto
Engage, Educate and Empower
School Rankings
Mt Vernon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Vernon High School is 0.46, 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
#525 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and White
School Mascot
Marauders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Vernon High School's ranking?
Mt Vernon High School is ranked #525 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Mt Vernon High School often compared to?
Mt Vernon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenfield-central High School, New Palestine High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt Vernon High School?
The graduation rate of Mt Vernon High School is 96%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Mt Vernon High School?
1,470 students attend Mt Vernon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Mt Vernon High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt Vernon High School?
Mt Vernon High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mt Vernon High School offer ?
Mt Vernon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Vernon High School part of?
Mt Vernon High School is part of MT Vernon Community School Corp School District.
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