Serving 350 students in grades 9-12, South Spencer 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Spencer High School's attendance zone covers the entire Rockport, IN school district, encompassing approximately 139.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 7.6 miles and the furthest edge located 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Spencer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Spencer High School's student population of 350 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
South Spencer 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 South Spencer High School is 0.13, which is less 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
#782 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
93%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Rebel Man
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Spencer High School's ranking?
South Spencer High School is ranked #782 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Spencer High School often compared to?
South Spencer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Hills High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Spencer High School?
The graduation rate of South Spencer High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend South Spencer High School?
350 students attend South Spencer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of South Spencer High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Spencer High School?
South Spencer High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Spencer High School offer ?
South Spencer High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Spencer High School part of?
South Spencer High School is part of South Spencer County Sch Corp School District.
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