Serving 291 students in grades 7-12, South Central Jr & Sr 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Central Jr & Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
South Central Jr & Sr High School's student population of 291 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Central Jr & Sr 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 South Central Jr & Sr High School is 0.08, 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
#860 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
96%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Central Jr & Sr High School's ranking?
South Central Jr & Sr High School is ranked #860 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Central Jr & Sr High School often compared to?
South Central Jr & Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corydon Central High School, Lanesville Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Central Jr & Sr High School?
The graduation rate of South Central Jr & Sr High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend South Central Jr & Sr High School?
291 students attend South Central Jr & Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of South Central Jr & Sr High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Central Jr & Sr High School?
South Central Jr & Sr High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Central Jr & Sr High School offer ?
South Central Jr & Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is South Central Jr & Sr High School part of?
South Central Jr & Sr High School is part of South Harrison Com Schools School District.
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