Scottsburg Senior High School, also known as Scottsburg High School or SHS, is located in Scottsburg, Indiana, approximately 30 miles north of Louisville, Kentucky.
Serving 678 students in grades 9-12, Scottsburg Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 678 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scottsburg Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Scottsburg Senior High School's student population of 678 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
678 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
An innovative community of learners dedicated to helping ALL students find their Path To A Brighter Future.
School Rankings
Scottsburg Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scottsburg Senior High School is 0.19, 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
#698 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
90%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scottsburg Senior High School's ranking?
Scottsburg Senior High School is ranked #698 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Scottsburg Senior High School often compared to?
Scottsburg Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Austin High School, Silver Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Scottsburg Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Scottsburg Senior High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Scottsburg Senior High School?
678 students attend Scottsburg Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Scottsburg Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scottsburg Senior High School?
Scottsburg Senior High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Scottsburg Senior High School offer ?
Scottsburg Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scottsburg Senior High School part of?
Scottsburg Senior High School is part of Scott County School District 2.
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