Serving 1,863 students in grades 9-12, Hammond 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 5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,863 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hammond Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hammond Central High School's student population of 1,863 students has grown by 137% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 106% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hammond Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hammond Central High School is 0.56, which is more 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
#1594 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
57%
14%
Black
34%
13%
White
6%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hammond Central High School's ranking?
Hammond Central High School is ranked #1594 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hammond Central High School?
The graduation rate of Hammond Central High School is 82%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Hammond Central High School?
1,863 students attend Hammond Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Hammond Central High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hammond Central High School?
Hammond Central High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hammond Central High School offer ?
Hammond Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Hammond Central High School part of?
Hammond Central High School is part of School City Of Hammond School District.
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