South Vermillion High School serves 510 students in grades 9-12.
South Vermillion High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Vermillion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
South Vermillion High School's student population of 510 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
510 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Vermillion High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of South Vermillion High School is 0.08, 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
#675 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
96%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Vermillion High School's ranking?
South Vermillion High School is ranked #675 out of 1,755 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Vermillion High School?
The graduation rate of South Vermillion High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Vermillion High School?
510 students attend South Vermillion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of South Vermillion High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Vermillion High School?
South Vermillion High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Vermillion High School offer ?
South Vermillion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Vermillion High School part of?
South Vermillion High School is part of South Vermillion Com Sch Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2014
I've been going to this school for 12 years now and I absolutely love it! I wouldn't change anything. This school has it's ups and downs just like every other school, but I guarantee we have the most school spirit. Let's Go, Wildcats!
2 5/9/2011
Teachers are not focused on ensuring that your child learns the material they present in the class. They become frustrated when a student asks them to clarify information that was not presented clearly. The school system is also not interested in working with students that are advanced beyond their age level grade.
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