Serving 1,472 students in grades 9-12, Kokomo 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 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kokomo High School's student population of 1,472 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kokomo 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 Kokomo High School is 0.62, which is more 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
#1344 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
19%
13%
White
57%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kokomo High School's ranking?
Kokomo High School is ranked #1344 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Kokomo High School often compared to?
Kokomo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwestern Senior High School, Eastern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kokomo High School?
The graduation rate of Kokomo High School is 85%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Kokomo High School?
1,472 students attend Kokomo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Kokomo High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kokomo High School?
Kokomo High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kokomo High School offer ?
Kokomo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Kokomo High School part of?
Kokomo High School is part of Kokomo School Corporation School District.
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