West Central School Corp

The West Central School Corp district in Indiana operates three schools: one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. The data reveals a mix of strengths and areas for improvement across the district.

West Central Senior High School stands out as the top performer, ranking 73 out of 431 Indiana high schools and earning a 4-star rating. The school boasts an impressive 88.4% four-year graduation rate and strong performance on the SAT evidence-based reading and writing assessment, with 71.74% of 11th graders proficient or better. In contrast, West Central Elementary School and West Central Middle School have seen more fluctuations in their state rankings and star ratings, suggesting a need for more consistent improvement.

Across the district, the schools face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates, which are 17.8% for all three schools, exceeding the state average. Additionally, the district has relatively high free and reduced lunch rates, ranging from 51.42% at the high school to 62.89% at the middle school, indicating a low-income student population. The district's spending per student also varies, with the high school receiving the highest at $15,273 per student, while the elementary and middle schools spend around $10,900 per student.