Shortridge High School is a public high school located in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. Shortridge is the home of the International Baccalaureate and arts and humanities programs of the Indianapolis Public Schools district.
Serving 1,206 students in grades 9-12, Shortridge 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 10% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shortridge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shortridge High School's student population of 1,206 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1864
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shortridge High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shortridge High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1447 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
37%
15%
Black
45%
14%
White
14%
62%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shortridge High School's ranking?
Shortridge High School is ranked #1447 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Shortridge High School often compared to?
Shortridge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crispus Attucks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shortridge High School?
The graduation rate of Shortridge High School is 75%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Shortridge High School?
1,206 students attend Shortridge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Shortridge High School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shortridge High School?
Shortridge High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shortridge High School offer ?
Shortridge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shortridge High School part of?
Shortridge High School is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is Shortridge High School located?
Shortridge High School is located in the Mapleton Fall Creek neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Mapleton Fall Creek.
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