East Chicago Central High School or commonly known as Central or EC Central, is a public high school in the industrial City of East Chicago, Indiana, located in the eastern portion of the Chicago metropolitan area.
Serving 1,021 students in grades 9-12, East Chicago Central High School 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 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,021 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Chicago Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Chicago Central High School's student population of 1,021 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,021 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1986
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
East Chicago Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Chicago Central High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1592 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
57%
15%
Black
40%
13%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Chicago Central High School's ranking?
East Chicago Central High School is ranked #1592 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are East Chicago Central High School often compared to?
East Chicago Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merrillville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Chicago Central High School?
The graduation rate of East Chicago Central High School is 65%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend East Chicago Central High School?
1,021 students attend East Chicago Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of East Chicago Central High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Chicago Central High School?
East Chicago Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Chicago Central High School offer ?
East Chicago Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Chicago Central High School part of?
East Chicago Central High School is part of School City Of East Chicago School District.
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