Serving 154 students in grades 9-12, Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend's student population of 154 students has grown by 470% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend is 0.69, 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
#811 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
30%
15%
Black
17%
13%
White
44%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend's ranking?
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend is ranked #811 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend?
The graduation rate of Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend is 60-79%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend?
154 students attend Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend?
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend offer ?
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend part of?
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend is part of Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend School District.
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