Serving 600 students in grades 9-12, Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind's student population of 600 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1360 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
32%
14%
White
33%
62%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind's ranking?
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind is ranked #1360 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind often compared to?
Purdue Polytechnic High School Indis often viewed alongside schools like Pike High School, In Math & Science Academy - North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind?
The graduation rate of Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind is 80-84%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind?
600 students attend Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind students are White, 32% of students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind?
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind offer ?
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind part of?
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind is part of Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind School District.
In what neighborhood is Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind located?
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind is located in the Christian Park neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Christian Park.
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