North Central High School is a public high school in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. It is part of the Metropolitan School District of Washington Township. North Central is an International Baccalaureate school.
Serving 3,682 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 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Indianapolis, IN, encompassing approximately 38.7 square miles. Typically, it takes about 10-12 minutes to drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 7.6 miles.
- 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 3,682 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 206 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,682 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
206 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Central 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 North Central High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#858 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
93%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #858 out of 1,743 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 Pike High School, Carmel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Central High School?
The graduation rate of North Central High School is 93%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend North Central High School?
3,682 students attend North Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of North Central High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Central High School?
North Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Central High School part of?
North Central High School is part of MSD Washington Township School District.
In what neighborhood is North Central High School located?
North Central High School is located in the Washington Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Washington Township.
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