Scottsburg Senior High School

Summary:

Scottsburg Senior High School is a public high school located in Scottsburg, Indiana, serving grades 9-12 with a student population of 726. The school is part of the Scott County School District 2, which is ranked 89 out of 381 districts in Indiana and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Scottsburg Senior High School has a significantly higher percentage of white students (93.53%) compared to the nearby schools, which have more diverse student populations. The school's graduation rates are generally higher than the nearby schools, ranging from 79.6% to 85.5% over the past few years. However, the school has a higher chronic absenteeism rate (30.1%) compared to the nearby schools, which range from 10.7% to 33.6%. Scottsburg Senior High School's test scores, particularly in SAT/Evidence-based Reading and Writing, are generally higher than the state and district averages, but their math scores are lower, with only 24.07% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in 2023-2024. The school also has a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (55.51%) compared to the nearby schools, which range from 27.59% to 52.08%.

Despite the school's relatively high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, its graduation rates are generally higher than the nearby schools, suggesting that the school may be effectively supporting its students. However, the school's performance on standardized tests, particularly in math, is an area of concern, and addressing the underlying causes of chronic absenteeism should be a priority. Compared to the nearby schools, Scottsburg Senior High School has a less diverse student population, which may present both challenges and opportunities in terms of fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 500 S Gardner
       Scottsburg, IN  47170


(812) 752-8927

District: Scott County School District 2

SchoolDigger Rank:
197th of 431 Indiana High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,704 Help


Feeder schools for Scottsburg Senior High School:

Elementary:    Johnson Elementary School
    Lexington Elementary School
    Scottsburg Elementary School
    Vienna-Finley Elementary School
Middle:    Scottsburg Middle School

Student/teacher ratio:  15.8 Help
Number of students:  730

Racial breakdown:

White:
91.8%
Hispanic:
4.4%
Two or more races:
2.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  54.4% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Scottsburg Senior High School ranks better than 54.3% of high schools in Indiana. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 50.42. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Scottsburg Senior High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (91.8%), Hispanic (4.4%), two or more races (2.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 54.4% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Scottsburg Senior High School is 15.8. (See more...)
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Compare Scottsburg Senior High School employs 46 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Scottsburg Senior High School is $11,704.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Scottsburg Senior High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Scottsburg Senior High School 197th of 431 Indiana public high schools. (See Scottsburg Senior High School in the ranking list.)

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Scott County School District 2:

SchoolDigger ranks Scott County School District 2 107th of 381 Indiana school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Scottsburg Senior High School

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Rank History for all students at Scottsburg Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2005 48.19 215th 349 38.4%
2006 49.52 217th 349 37.8%
2007 37.51 274th 354 22.6%
2008 38.03 273rd 360 24.2%
2009 38.51 279th 364 23.4%
2010 26.07 285th 362 21.3%
2011 37.27 242nd 364 33.5%
2012 30.23 285th 373 23.6%
2013 32.86 240th 353 32.0%
2014 52.04 137th 379 63.9%
2015 47.36 211th 400 47.3%
2016 39.32 266th 394 32.5%
2017 42.90 236th 380 37.9%
2018 44.81 241st 385 37.4%
2019 46.21 211th 389 45.8%
2021 39.25 244th 388 37.1%
2022 69.35 118th 409 71.1%
2023 53.65 158th 398 60.3%
2024 50.42 197th 431 54.3%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Scottsburg Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 55.31 93rd 285 67.4%
2024 60.86 83rd 289 71.3%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Scottsburg Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 49.39 178th 379 53.0%
2024 51.50 160th 377 57.6%
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Rank History for Female students at Scottsburg Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 50.79 173rd 388 55.4%
2024 50.27 175th 392 55.4%
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Rank History for Male students at Scottsburg Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 54.16 143rd 383 62.7%
2024 46.48 198th 392 49.5%
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Rank History for White students at Scottsburg Senior High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools IN State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2022 62.86 125th 378 66.9%
2023 44.40 190th 375 49.3%
2024 43.12 204th 381 46.5%
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Data source: test scores: Indiana Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Reviews:
by a parent
Monday, February 18, 2013

Open Quote Incredible high school! This district offers two choices for the students...Scottsburg New Tech High School and the more traditional Scottsburg High School. But don't let the traditional label fool you. Both programs use technology for student learning. The staff, as a whole, is great. There are some staff members who have an attitude that they are better than others, but the majority really care about the students. There are some departments that could use some improvement but overall, you can't go wrong with Scottsburg! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Scottsburg Senior High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 824 0 2 3 0 n/a n/a 0 829
1989 783 0 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 786
1990 758 0 2 1 0 n/a n/a 0 761
1991 765 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 765
1992 794 0 6 1 0 n/a n/a 0 801
1993 825 0 4 3 1 n/a n/a 0 833
1994 827 0 4 7 0 n/a n/a 0 838
1995 851 0 7 4 0 n/a n/a 0 862
1996 851 0 7 4 0 n/a n/a 0 862
1997 816 0 5 2 0 n/a n/a 0 823
1998 840 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 840
1999 765 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 765
2000 749 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 749
2001 753 0 2 0 0 n/a n/a 0 755
2002 706 1 4 2 1 n/a n/a 0 714
2003 706 1 4 2 1 n/a n/a 0 714
2004 733 0 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 733
2005 754 0 10 5 3 n/a n/a 0 772
2006 819 0 8 8 0 n/a n/a 0 835
2007 865 0 3 7 2 n/a n/a 2 879
2008 871 3 2 6 1 n/a n/a 4 887
2009 865 0 2 7 2 n/a n/a 4 880
2010 858 3 4 12 1 n/a n/a 10 888
2011 832 8 5 17 3 2 10 0 877
2012 820 13 7 27 3 3 12 0 885
2013 844 17 8 28 4 2 11 0 914
2014 770 3 3 21 4 1 9 0 811
2015 806 5 3 26 5 2 11 0 858
2016 775 1 4 18 4 1 12 0 815
2017 774 2 8 15 3 1 12 0 815
2018 760 3 11 26 2 3 11 0 816
2019 742 3 10 20 0 2 12 0 789
2020 751 4 5 23 1 3 13 0 800
2021 734 1 4 26 2 3 14 0 784
2022 686 1 1 21 1 1 12 0 723
2023 679 1 4 26 1 0 15 0 726
2024 670 8 3 32 1 0 16 0 730

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Scottsburg Senior High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 829 43.0 19.2 7.8
1989 786 43.0 18.2 10.9
1990 761 41.5 18.3 12.5
1991 765 42.5 18.0 14.9
1992 801 34.1 23.4 16.2
1993 833 36.8 22.6 16.6
1994 838 42.2 19.9 19
1995 862 46.4 18.6 15.3
1996 862 46.4 18.6 15.3
1997 823 45.8 18.0 15.3
1998 840 44.1 19.0 15.1
1999 765 41.7 18.3 22.4
2000 749 43.7 17.1 22.2
2001 755 42.8 17.6 26.5
2002 714 44.3 16.1 26.2
2003 714 44.3 16.1 26.2
2004 733 44.4 16.5 27.4
2005 772 45.1 17.1 27.3
2006 835 44.6 18.7 29.8
2007 879 n/a n/a 30.2
2008 887 48.0 18.5 36.5
2009 880 48.3 18.2 38.6
2010 888 47.1 18.8 44.9
2011 877 44.4 19.7 43.7
2012 885 48.0 18.4 44.4
2013 914 48.0 19.0 45
2014 811 48.0 16.8 41.6
2015 858 45.0 19.0 43.9
2016 815 44.0 18.5 53.9
2017 815 46.2 17.6 46.5
2018 816 44.8 18.1 51.2
2019 789 47.8 16.4 51
2020 800 48.0 16.6 49.4
2021 784 48.7 16.0 49.7
2022 723 52.8 13.6 51.9
2023 726 51.5 14.0 55.5
2024 730 46.0 15.8 54.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Scottsburg Senior High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 829 43.0 19.2 7.8
1989 786 43.0 18.2 10.9
1990 761 41.5 18.3 12.5
1991 765 42.5 18.0 14.9
1992 801 34.1 23.4 16.2
1993 833 36.8 22.6 16.6
1994 838 42.2 19.9 19
1995 862 46.4 18.6 15.3
1996 862 46.4 18.6 15.3
1997 823 45.8 18.0 15.3
1998 840 44.1 19.0 15.1
1999 765 41.7 18.3 22.4
2000 749 43.7 17.1 22.2
2001 755 42.8 17.6 26.5
2002 714 44.3 16.1 26.2
2003 714 44.3 16.1 26.2
2004 733 44.4 16.5 27.4
2005 772 45.1 17.1 27.3
2006 835 44.6 18.7 29.8
2007 879 n/a n/a 30.2
2008 887 48.0 18.5 36.5
2009 880 48.3 18.2 38.6
2010 888 47.1 18.8 44.9
2011 877 44.4 19.7 43.7
2012 885 48.0 18.4 44.4
2013 914 48.0 19.0 45
2014 811 48.0 16.8 41.6
2015 858 45.0 19.0 43.9
2016 815 44.0 18.5 53.9
2017 815 46.2 17.6 46.5
2018 816 44.8 18.1 51.2
2019 789 47.8 16.4 51
2020 800 48.0 16.6 49.4
2021 784 48.7 16.0 49.7
2022 723 52.8 13.6 51.9
2023 726 51.5 14.0 55.5
2024 730 46.0 15.8 54.4

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Scottsburg Senior High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $378 (4.2%) $8,707 (95.8%) $9,085
2020 $354 (3.9%) $8,627 (96.1%) $8,981
2021 $620 (6.5%) $8,957 (93.5%) $9,577
2022 $993 (8.5%) $10,710 (91.5%) $11,704

Data source: Indiana Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Scottsburg Senior High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 211th of 389 High schoolsRanks 158th of 398 High schools
 14.5%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
End of Course Biology (Scottsburg Senior High School)32.110.2
 21.9%
   End of Course Biology (Scott County School District 2)32.110.2
 21.9%
   End of Course Biology (Indiana)38.629
 9.6%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students789726
 8%
African American31
 66.7%
American Indian01
Asian104
 60%
Hispanic2026
 30%
Pacific Islander20
 100%
White742679
 8.5%
Two or More Races1215
 25%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients51%55.5%
 4.6%


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Scottsburg Senior High School ranks 197th of 431 Indiana high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.

Students at Scottsburg Senior High School are 92% White, 4% Hispanic, 2% Two or more races, 1% African American.

In the 2023-24 school year, 730 students attended Scottsburg Senior High School.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Indiana Department of Education.

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