Munster High School is a public high school in Munster, Indiana. It is part of the School Town of Munster. Munster High School serves as the only high school for the Munster School District.
Serving 1,474 students in grades 9-12, Munster High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Munster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Munster High School's student population of 1,474 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1966
School Rankings
Munster High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Munster High School is 0.68, 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
#66 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
32%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
45%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Munster High School's ranking?
Munster High School is ranked #66 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Munster High School often compared to?
Munster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crown Point High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Munster High School?
The graduation rate of Munster High School is 97%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Munster High School?
1,474 students attend Munster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Munster High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Munster High School?
Munster High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Munster High School offer ?
Munster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Munster High School part of?
Munster High School is part of School Town Of Munster School District.
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