Yorktown High School is a National Blue Ribbon high school located in Yorktown, Indiana. It is managed by the Yorktown Community School Corporation. The school was one of the six 'Head of Class' selections by the Indiana Chamber Of Commerce, for 2005, for their exemplary efforts.
Serving 839 students in grades 9-12, Yorktown High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Yorktown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Yorktown High School's student population of 839 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
839 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Colors
White, Black, Kelly green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Yorktown High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Yorktown High School is 0.32, 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
#495 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
82%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
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 Yorktown High School's ranking?
Yorktown High School is ranked #495 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Yorktown High School often compared to?
Yorktown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muncie Central High School, Delta High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Yorktown High School?
The graduation rate of Yorktown High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Yorktown High School?
839 students attend Yorktown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Yorktown High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Yorktown High School?
Yorktown High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Yorktown High School offer ?
Yorktown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Yorktown High School part of?
Yorktown High School is part of Yorktown Community Schools.
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