Serving 3,813 students in grades 9-12, Penn High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Penn High School's student population of 3,813 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 184 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
184 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penn High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penn High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#117 out of 1755 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
11%
13%
White
69%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penn High School's ranking?
Penn High School is ranked #117 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Penn High School often compared to?
Penn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mishawaka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Penn High School?
The graduation rate of Penn High School is 96%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Penn High School?
3,813 students attend Penn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Penn High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn High School?
Penn High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Penn High School offer ?
Penn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Penn High School part of?
Penn High School is part of Penn-Harris-Madison School Corp School District.
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