Serving 50 students in grades 5-12, Laporte Juvenile Correctional ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 6:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laporte Juvenile Correctional ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Laporte Juvenile Correctional's student population of 50 students has grown by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Total Students
50 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laporte Juvenile Correctional ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laporte Juvenile Correctional 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
#487 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
26%
13%
White
54%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
100%
8%
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 Laporte Juvenile Correctional's ranking?
Laporte Juvenile Correctional is ranked #487 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Laporte Juvenile Correctional?
50 students attend Laporte Juvenile Correctional.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Laporte Juvenile Correctional students are White, 26% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laporte Juvenile Correctional?
Laporte Juvenile Correctional has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Laporte Juvenile Correctional offer ?
Laporte Juvenile Correctional offers enrollment in grades 5-12
What school district is Laporte Juvenile Correctional part of?
Laporte Juvenile Correctional is part of Indiana Department Of Correction School District.
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