Serving 468 students in grades 9-12, South Vermillion 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Vermillion High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Vermillion High School's student population of 468 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
South Vermillion High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Vermillion High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1105 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 South Vermillion High School's ranking?
South Vermillion High School is ranked #1105 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Vermillion High School often compared to?
South Vermillion High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Vermillion High School, Riverton Parke Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Vermillion High School?
The graduation rate of South Vermillion High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend South Vermillion High School?
468 students attend South Vermillion High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Vermillion High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Vermillion High School?
South Vermillion High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Vermillion High School offer ?
South Vermillion High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Vermillion High School part of?
South Vermillion High School is part of South Vermillion Com Sch Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 2/28/2014
I've been going to this school for 12 years now and I absolutely love it! I wouldn't change anything. This school has it's ups and downs just like every other school, but I guarantee we have the most school spirit. Let's Go, Wildcats!
2 5/9/2011
Teachers are not focused on ensuring that your child learns the material they present in the class. They become frustrated when a student asks them to clarify information that was not presented clearly. The school system is also not interested in working with students that are advanced beyond their age level grade.
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