Serving 2,073 students in grades 9-12, Valparaiso High School ranks in the top 5% 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 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,073 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valparaiso High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Valparaiso High School's student population of 2,073 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,073 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Valparaiso High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valparaiso High School is 0.39, 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
#65 out of 1755 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
4%
13%
White
77%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Valparaiso High School's ranking?
Valparaiso High School is ranked #65 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Valparaiso High School often compared to?
Valparaiso High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chesterton Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valparaiso High School?
The graduation rate of Valparaiso High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valparaiso High School?
2,073 students attend Valparaiso High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Valparaiso High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valparaiso High School?
Valparaiso High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valparaiso High School offer ?
Valparaiso High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valparaiso High School part of?
Valparaiso High School is part of Valparaiso Community Schools School District.
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