Marion County Jail High School serves 51 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 80% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
51 students
Total Classroom Teachers (03-04)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
76%
13%
White
20%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (01-02)
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Marion County Jail High School?
51 students attend Marion County Jail High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Marion County Jail High School students are Black, 20% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Marion County Jail High School offer ?
Marion County Jail High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Marion County Jail High School part of?
Marion County Jail High School is part of Indianapolis Public Schools School District.
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