Serving 229 students in grades 9-12, Purdue Polytechnic High School North 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% 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: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Purdue Polytechnic High School North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Purdue Polytechnic High School North's student population of 229 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 125% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
229 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Purdue Polytechnic High School North 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 Purdue Polytechnic High School North is 0.69, 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
#831 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
37%
14%
White
38%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 North's ranking?
Purdue Polytechnic High School North is ranked #831 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Purdue Polytechnic High School North?
The graduation rate of Purdue Polytechnic High School North is 80-89%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Purdue Polytechnic High School North?
229 students attend Purdue Polytechnic High School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Purdue Polytechnic High School North students are White, 37% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Purdue Polytechnic High School North?
Purdue Polytechnic High School North has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Purdue Polytechnic High School North offer ?
Purdue Polytechnic High School North offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Purdue Polytechnic High School North part of?
Purdue Polytechnic High School North is part of Purdue Polytechnic High Sch North School District.
In what neighborhood is Purdue Polytechnic High School North located?
Purdue Polytechnic High School North is located in the Broad Ripple neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN.
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