East Central High School is the sole high school of the Sunman-Dearborn Community School Corporation, located in St. Leon, Indiana, in the United States. The school serves students from the northern portion of Dearborn County.
Serving 1,246 students in grades 9-12, East Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East Central High School's student population of 1,246 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today. Leading Tomorrow.
School Rankings
East Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Central High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#445 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Central High School's ranking?
East Central High School is ranked #445 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are East Central High School often compared to?
East Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Central High School?
The graduation rate of East Central High School is 96%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend East Central High School?
1,246 students attend East Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of East Central High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Central High School?
East Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Central High School offer ?
East Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Central High School part of?
East Central High School is part of Sunman-Dearborn Com Sch Corp School District.
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