North Central High School

1801 E 86th St
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 3,709 students in grades 9-12, North Central 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 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,709 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : 91% (Btm 50% in IN)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

North Central High School's student population of 3,709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 231 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,709 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
231 teachers
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School Rankings

North Central 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 North Central High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (IN)
#527 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
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34%
36%
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65%
43%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
20%
14%
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Black
38%
13%
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White
32%
65%
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Hawaiian
n/a
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Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.72
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91%
87%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Central High School's ranking?
North Central High School is ranked #527 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are North Central High School often compared to?
North Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Central High School?
The graduation rate of North Central High School is 91%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Central High School?
3,709 students attend North Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of North Central High School students are Black, 32% of students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Central High School?
North Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Central High School offer ?
North Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Central High School part of?
North Central High School is part of MSD Washington Township School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 3,709 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 68%
  • : 91% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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