North Central High School

3,682 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

North Central High School, located in the Washington Township district of Indianapolis, is one of the largest and most diverse secondary schools in Indiana. Known for its comprehensive academic environment, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes an extensive selection of Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) courses. Its academic reputation is bolstered by a wide range of extracurricular activities, including award-winning performing arts programs, competitive athletics, and numerous student-led clubs that cater to a broad spectrum of interests and talents.

Beyond its academic offerings, North Central is frequently recognized for its multicultural student body, which is often cited as a key component of its campus culture. The school serves as a central hub for the Washington Township community, emphasizing a commitment to inclusivity, global citizenship, and preparing students for post-secondary success. With a sprawling campus and a long-standing history of excellence, North Central remains a prominent institution in the Indianapolis educational landscape, balancing a large student population with a personalized approach to college and career readiness.

3,682

Total Students

206.3

Full-Time Teachers

17.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

48.4%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for North Central High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,036
Hispanic	841
Black	1,416
Asian	126
Two or More	253
American Indian	6
Pacific Islander	4

Black
1,416 (38.5%)
White
1,036 (28.1%)
Hispanic
841 (22.8%)
Two or More
253 (6.9%)
Asian
126 (3.4%)
American Indian
6 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
4 (0.1%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	MSD Washington Township
Phone:	(317)259-5301
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	3,682
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	206.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,594
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	187

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 881

Grade 10 1,019

Grade 11 912

Grade 12 870