Corydon Central High School is a public high school located in Corydon, Indiana. The school is part of the South Harrison Community School System. The school serves high school age students of Harrison Township, Washington Township, Heth Township, and Webster Township. It is the largest school in Harrison County.
Serving 748 students in grades 9-12, Corydon 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 748 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corydon Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Corydon Central High School's student population of 748 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
748 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Rankings
Corydon Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corydon Central High School is 0.24, which is less 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
#592 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
87%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corydon Central High School's ranking?
Corydon Central High School is ranked #592 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Corydon Central High School often compared to?
Corydon Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lanesville Jr-sr High School, North Harrison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 Corydon Central High School?
The graduation rate of Corydon Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Corydon Central High School?
748 students attend Corydon Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Corydon Central High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corydon Central High School?
Corydon Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Corydon Central High School offer ?
Corydon Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corydon Central High School part of?
Corydon Central High School is part of South Harrison Com Schools.
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