Serving 380 students in grades 7-12, Southern Wells Jr-sr 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Wells Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Southern Wells Jr-sr High School's student population of 380 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Wells Jr-sr 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 Southern Wells Jr-sr High School is 0.10, 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
#508 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 Southern Wells Jr-sr High School's ranking?
Southern Wells Jr-sr High School is ranked #508 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Southern Wells Jr-sr High School often compared to?
Southern Wells Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Norwell High School, Bluffton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Wells Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of Southern Wells Jr-sr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Southern Wells Jr-sr High School?
380 students attend Southern Wells Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Southern Wells Jr-sr High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Wells Jr-sr High School?
Southern Wells Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southern Wells Jr-sr High School offer ?
Southern Wells Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Southern Wells Jr-sr High School part of?
Southern Wells Jr-sr High School is part of Southern Wells Com Schools School District.
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