Serving 3,391 students in grades 9-12, Warren Central High School 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 12% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Warren Central High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 39.1 square miles in Indianapolis, IN. Families typically experience a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 5.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Warren Central High School's student population of 3,391 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 210 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,391 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
210 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
Warren Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Warren Central High School is 0.61, which is more 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
#1510 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
56%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warren Central High School's ranking?
Warren Central High School is ranked #1510 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Warren Central High School often compared to?
Warren Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arsenal Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Warren Central High School?
The graduation rate of Warren Central High School is 85%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Warren Central High School?
3,391 students attend Warren Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Warren Central High School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Warren Central High School?
Warren Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Warren Central High School offer ?
Warren Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Warren Central High School part of?
Warren Central High School is part of MSD Warren Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Warren Central High School located?
Warren Central High School is located in the East Warren neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 6 other public schools located in East Warren.
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