Carmel High School is a public high school in Carmel, Indiana, United States, and part of the Carmel Clay Schools District.
Serving 5,239 students in grades 9-12, Carmel High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 5,239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Carmel High School's student population of 5,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 313 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5,239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
313 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day, Every Class
School Rankings
Carmel High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel High School is 0.54, 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
#50 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
3%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
65%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Carmel Clay Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Greyhound
Profile last updated: 09/04/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel High School's ranking?
Carmel High School is ranked #50 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Carmel High School often compared to?
Carmel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carmel High School?
The graduation rate of Carmel High School is 98%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Carmel High School?
5,239 students attend Carmel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Carmel High School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmel High School?
Carmel High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carmel High School offer ?
Carmel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmel High School part of?
Carmel High School is part of Carmel Clay Schools.
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