Valparaiso High School is a public high school in Valparaiso, Indiana.
Serving 2,089 students in grades 9-12, Valparaiso High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: 2,089 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valparaiso High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Valparaiso High School's student population of 2,089 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,089 students
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Valparaiso High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valparaiso High School is 0.44, 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
#222 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valparaiso High School's ranking?
Valparaiso High School is ranked #222 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Valparaiso High School often compared to?
Valparaiso High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chesterton Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valparaiso High School?
The graduation rate of Valparaiso High School is 99%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Valparaiso High School?
2,089 students attend Valparaiso High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Valparaiso High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valparaiso High School?
Valparaiso High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Valparaiso High School offer ?
Valparaiso High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valparaiso High School part of?
Valparaiso High School is part of Valparaiso Community Schools.
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