Serving 389 students in grades 9-12, Lewis Cass High School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis Cass High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Lewis Cass High School's student population of 389 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
389 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis Cass High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis Cass High School is 0.26, 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
#784 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis Cass High School's ranking?
Lewis Cass High School is ranked #784 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lewis Cass High School often compared to?
Lewis Cass High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Logansport Community High School, Maconaquah High School, Pioneer Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewis Cass High School?
The graduation rate of Lewis Cass High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Lewis Cass High School?
389 students attend Lewis Cass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Lewis Cass High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis Cass High School?
Lewis Cass High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lewis Cass High School offer ?
Lewis Cass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lewis Cass High School part of?
Lewis Cass High School is part of Lewis Cass Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 4/15/2016
Lewis Cass welcomed Myself and Family with warmth and class! Im proud to be alumni.
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