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.
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

Student Demographics for Muncie Central High School
Demographic Student Count
White708
Hispanic98
Black295
Asian22
Two or More211
American Indian1
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    708 (53.0%)
  • Black
    295 (22.1%)
  • Two or More
    211 (15.8%)
  • Hispanic
    98 (7.3%)
  • Asian
    22 (1.6%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
  • American Indian
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Muncie Central High School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten17
Grade 9350
Grade 10306
Grade 11325
Grade 12326
Ungraded13
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Muncie Central High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female62646.8%
Male71153.2%