Serving 262 students in grades 9-12, Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North's student population of 262 students has grown by 94% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Rankings
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#827 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
33%
13%
White
46%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North's ranking?
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North is ranked #827 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North?
The graduation rate of Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North is 60-79%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North?
262 students attend Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North students are White, 33% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North?
Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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