Serving 1,873 students in grades 9-12, Floyd Central 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 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,873 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Floyd Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Floyd Central High School's student population of 1,873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,873 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Floyd Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Floyd Central High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#385 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Floyd Central High School's ranking?
Floyd Central High School is ranked #385 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Floyd Central High School often compared to?
Floyd Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Albany Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Floyd Central High School?
The graduation rate of Floyd Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Floyd Central High School?
1,873 students attend Floyd Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Floyd Central High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Floyd Central High School?
Floyd Central High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Floyd Central High School offer ?
Floyd Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Floyd Central High School part of?
Floyd Central High School is part of New Albany-Floyd Co Con School District.
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