Serving 3,628 students in grades 9-12, North Central High School ranks in the top 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 30% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 70% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 3,628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Central High School's student population of 3,628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 226 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
226 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Central High School is 0.73, 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
#854 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
22%
14%
Black
37%
13%
White
30%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
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 North Central High School's ranking?
North Central High School is ranked #854 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are North Central High School often compared to?
North Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carmel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Central High School?
The graduation rate of North Central High School is 90%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Central High School?
3,628 students attend North Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of North Central High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Central High School?
North Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Central High School offer ?
North Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Central High School part of?
North Central High School is part of MSD Washington Township School District.
In what neighborhood is North Central High School located?
North Central High School is located in the Washington Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Washington Township.
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