Serving 197 students in grades 9-12, West Central Senior 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Central Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
West Central Senior High School's student population of 197 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Central Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Central Senior High School is 0.27, 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
#896 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
85%
65%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Central Senior High School's ranking?
West Central Senior High School is ranked #896 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are West Central Senior High School often compared to?
West Central Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winamac Community High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Central Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Central Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Central Senior High School?
197 students attend West Central Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West Central Senior High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Central Senior High School?
West Central Senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Central Senior High School offer ?
West Central Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Central Senior High School part of?
West Central Senior High School is part of West Central School Corp School District.
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