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Carmel High School

#1 in Best Public High Schools in Indianapolis Area
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Carmel, IN
  • 980 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      A+
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      A+
    9. Food
      A
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B+
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    Carmel High School is a top rated, public school located in Carmel, IN. It has 5,000 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 18 to 1. According to state test scores, 71% of students are at least proficient in math and 86% in reading.
    Address
    520 E Main St
    Carmel, IN 46032
    Telephone
    (317) 846-7721
    Website
    www1.ccs.k12.in.us/chs/home
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    Carmel High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    86%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    71%
    Average Graduation Rate
    97%
    Average SAT
    1270
    1,145 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    558 responses
    AP Enrollment
    36%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      A+
    Area Feel
    Dense Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $109,201
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,150
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $320,400
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    93%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.100 responses
    Poll
    84%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.100 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 371 responses
    Report
    • Late Starts
      22%
    • Homecoming week
      19%
    • Football season
      11%
    • Holiday Spectacular
      8%
    • Dance marathon
      8%
    • All sports events
      7%
    • Prom
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    5,000
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    9%
    96%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.107 responses
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.107 responses
    95%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.107 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    18:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    —
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    8%
    72%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.140 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.140 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.140 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $10,659/ year
    National
    $12,239
    93%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.153 responses
    72%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.153 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.153 responses
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    Carmel High School Reviews

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    Carmel is, overall, an absolutely fantastic school. To deny that is to be ignorant of everything it provides and the privileges it gives to it’s students. And while it’s evident just how wonderful the education and opportunities are at Carmel, there’s much that can be bettered, if not completely changed. Many are little things, and they don’t take away completely from the shine that Carmel so knowingly exudes. But they full the school, none the less. It could do for a better councilor system, and a better handling in their anonymous reports (Or reports from students and parents in general). The school is wonderful, and the education it’s provided me is something I have to remind myself constantly that many dream to have. But like all things, it’s not perfect!
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    There has been a lot of dramatic heat in Carmel High School, but this really is the school for you to be literally anything you want. You can be a journalist and publish for the Hilite and Acumen, yuh can be a photographer, you can participate in STEM, you can be a part of business and DECA, you can be part of science bowl/Olympiad, you can be a part of the choir and orchestras, you can even be a part of the art, even languages as well! Only downside about this school is that you can get easily lost. Plus the drama can be a little crazy (ex: Carmel Hell Week).
    Formally speaking, Carmel High School academically performs well and dominates in sports from women's lacrosse to men's basketball. In another light, CHS is an interesting school to say at the least. Since I have been attending, the school culture has transformed. At first, it seemed like a typical high school: challenging classes, many students, and an adequate amount of school spirit. Compared to other schools, CHS is slacking in school spirit, but it definitely makes up for it through its interesting culture composition. After a string of dramatic events transpired, a student created an account that covered these particular events; it was like an secretive newspaper. Even though we had our own successful newspaper, HiLite, which updated us on formal events, this new account, in a way, has created new bonds between CHS students. This year, limited edition merchandise was even sold to commemorate last years occurrences.