Serving 3,195 students in grades 9-12, Elkhart 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 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 65% 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: 3,195 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkhart High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Elkhart High School's student population of 3,195 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 201 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Mascot
Chargers
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,195 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
201 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Rankings
Elkhart 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 Elkhart High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1359 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
43%
15%
Black
14%
13%
White
35%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Elkhart High School's ranking?
Elkhart High School is ranked #1359 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Elkhart High School often compared to?
Elkhart High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elkhart High School?
The graduation rate of Elkhart High School is 88%, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Elkhart High School?
3,195 students attend Elkhart High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Elkhart High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elkhart High School?
Elkhart High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Elkhart High School offer ?
Elkhart High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elkhart High School part of?
Elkhart High School is part of Elkhart Community Schools School District.
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