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Metropolitan School District of Washington Township

North Central High School

#3 in Best Public High Schools in Marion County
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 744 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    North Central High School is a highly rated, public school located in Indianapolis, IN. It has 3,765 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 21 to 1. According to state test scores, 32% of students are at least proficient in math and 57% in reading.
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    (317) 259-5301
    1801 E 86th St
    Indianapolis, IN 46240
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    North Central High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    57%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    32%
    Average Graduation Rate
    87%
    Average SAT
    1150
    687 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    304 responses
    AP Enrollment
    33%
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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
      B+
    3. Housing
      B
    Median Household Income
    $46,442
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $865
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $129,300
    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
    82%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.74 responses
    Poll
    76%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.74 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 299 responses
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    • Theatre, drama, performance of plays & stage crew.
      13%
    • Pep rallies
      11%
    • Sports
      11%
    • Senior Bonfire
      11%
    • Prom
      10%
    • Homecoming
      10%
    • Grad Dance/ Blast Off
      9%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    3,765
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    50%
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.84 responses
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.84 responses
    96%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.84 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    21:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    —
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    19.7%
    69%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.109 responses
    76%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.109 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.109 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
    $12,473/ year
    National
    $12,239
    92%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.118 responses
    60%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.118 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.118 responses
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    What I enjoy most about North Central, is the amount of resources there are to take advantage of such as the Information Center and the Learning Center. You can go in to the Information Center after school or during your study hall to access computers, textbooks, and printers. The Learning Center provides tutors and homework help during and after school! It is extremely useful and every student should take the time to take advantage of it. One thing I would change about North Central is to have more school events taking place throughout the year such as spirit week or school dances. Having those types of events is something to have the students look forward to when they come to school.
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    I really enjoyed the experience I had at North Central! I was given many opportunities by hundreds of clubs to join, plenty of sports teams to join including(freshman team, JV, and varsity), and finally very high academic classes (including many AP courses). On the other hand, there are a few aspects of the school such as old utilities and out of date resources which diminished my experience a little.
    North Central High School provides a good high school experience. Throughout the years, I have made countless friends, participated in school events, and learned a lot through their AP and honors courses. Honestly, the people make up the school. The administration has been undergoing change and getting a little better but still some things need to be fixed. The science department regarding teachers could be changed as many do not know how to teach for understanding rather than just the grade. Others just talk about the subject while students are either lost, confused, or bored on their phones. Most of the rest of the departments have great teachers who actually care for the students well being. I feel they should make personal finance a required class as I learned a lot of information that will be used for the rest of my life. The school activities that students host ( senior assassin, tailgate, etc) are very fun and organized.