Serving 189 students in grades 9-12, Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North ranks in the bottom 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North's student population of 189 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 87% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
189 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North is 0.63, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#889 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
37%
13%
White
48%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North's ranking?
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North is ranked #889 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North?
189 students attend Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North students are White, 37% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North?
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North offer ?
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North part of?
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North is part of Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North School District.
In what neighborhood is Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North located?
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North is located in the Broad Ripple neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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