Muncie Central High School
1,337 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
Muncie Central High School, located in the heart of Muncie, Indiana, is a landmark institution with a rich, storied history dating back to its founding in the late 19th century. As the primary high school for the Muncie Community Schools district, it serves as a central hub for academic and extracurricular life in the city. The school is widely recognized for its deep-rooted traditions, most notably its highly successful "Bearcats" basketball program, which holds the record for the most state championships in Indiana high school history, reflecting the intense community pride associated with the institution.
Beyond its athletic legacy, Muncie Central offers a diverse range of academic opportunities, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit options through local universities, and various career-technical pathways. The school’s architecture, characterized by its iconic building on Walnut Street, serves as a symbol of the city's commitment to public education. Today, the school focuses on fostering a collaborative environment that encourages students to excel both in the classroom and in their future professional endeavors, while maintaining strong connections to the Muncie community at large.
Beyond its athletic legacy, Muncie Central offers a diverse range of academic opportunities, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit options through local universities, and various career-technical pathways. The school’s architecture, characterized by its iconic building on Walnut Street, serves as a symbol of the city's commitment to public education. Today, the school focuses on fostering a collaborative environment that encourages students to excel both in the classroom and in their future professional endeavors, while maintaining strong connections to the Muncie community at large.
1,337
Total Students
82.7
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 708 |
| Hispanic | 98 |
| Black | 295 |
| Asian | 22 |
| Two or More | 211 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White708 (53.0%)
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Black295 (22.1%)
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Two or More211 (15.8%)
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Hispanic98 (7.3%)
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Asian22 (1.6%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.1%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Muncie Community Schools |
| Phone: | (765)747-5260 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,337 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 82.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 836 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 84 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
17
Grade 9
350
Grade 10
306
Grade 11
325
Grade 12
326
Ungraded
13
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 17 |
| Grade 9 | 350 |
| Grade 10 | 306 |
| Grade 11 | 325 |
| Grade 12 | 326 |
| Ungraded | 13 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 626 | 46.8% |
| Male | 711 | 53.2% |
Nearby Others (Within 10 Miles)
676 Students
Other K - 12th
47 Students
Other K - 12th
152 Students
Not reported M - M