Best Kokomo Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 3,672 students in Kokomo, IN.
The top-ranked public high schools in Kokomo, IN are Western High School, Northwestern Senior High School and Taylor High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kokomo, IN public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Indiana public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). High schools in Kokomo have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public high schools.
Kokomo, IN public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Indiana average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Western High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Indiana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public high school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public High Schools in Kokomo, IN (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Western High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2600 S 600 W
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 883-5541
Gr: 9-12 | 804 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Senior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3431 N 400 W
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2332
Gr: 9-12 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Taylor High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3794 E Cr 300 S
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 453-1101
Gr: 9-12 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Kokomo High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2501 S Berkley
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8040
Gr: 9-12 | 1,393 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Excel Center - Kokomo
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
101 W Superior St
Kokomo, IN 46901
(317) 524-3642
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Kokomo Area Career Center
Vocational School
2415 S Berkley Rd
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8021
Gr: 6-12
Rank: n/an/a
Kokomo Virtual Academy
2501 S. Berkley Rd.
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 199 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Kokomo, IN?
The top-ranked public high schools in Kokomo, IN include Western High School, Northwestern Senior High School and Taylor High School.
How many public high schools are located in Kokomo?
7 public high schools are located in Kokomo.
What is the racial composition of students in Kokomo?
Kokomo public high schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Indiana public high schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public high schools in Kokomo are often viewed compared to one another?

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