Serving 3,624 students in grades 9-12, Penn High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,624 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Penn High School's student population of 3,624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 180 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,624 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
180 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penn High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penn High School is 0.48, 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
#255 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
8%
13%
White
71%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 Penn High School's ranking?
Penn High School is ranked #255 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Penn High School often compared to?
Penn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mishawaka High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Penn High School?
The graduation rate of Penn High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Penn High School?
3,624 students attend Penn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Penn High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penn High School?
Penn High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Penn High School offer ?
Penn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Penn High School part of?
Penn High School is part of Penn-Harris-Madison School Corp School District.
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