Western Boone Jr-Sr High School

Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist
1205 N SR 75
Thorntown, IN 46071
756 Students
High School 7th - 12th
School Overview
Western Boone Jr-Sr High School, located in Thorntown, Indiana, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Western Boone County Community School Corporation. The school is known for its rural setting and strong sense of community, typically fostering a close-knit environment where staff, students, and families are highly engaged. It provides a comprehensive academic program for students in grades 7 through 12, balancing core curriculum requirements with various elective opportunities designed to prepare students for both college and career paths.

Beyond the classroom, Western Boone is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular offerings, including a variety of IHSAA-sanctioned athletic programs and student-led clubs. These activities are central to the school’s culture, often serving as a focal point for school spirit and community involvement in the surrounding Boone County area. The institution emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to cultivate academic achievement while encouraging students to participate actively in the traditions and community life that define "WeBo" pride.
756
Total Students
51.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
35.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    706 (93.4%)
  • Hispanic
    27 (3.6%)
  • Two or More
    17 (2.2%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.4%)
  • Black
    2 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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: Western Boone Co Com Sch Dist
Phone: (765)482-6143
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 756
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 51.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 219
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 49

* 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 7 120
Grade 8 117
Grade 9 154
Grade 10 117
Grade 11 140
Grade 12 108
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Lebanon Senior High School
Lebanon Community School Corp
1,070 Students
510 Essex Dr
Lebanon, IN 46052 (8.0 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th