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Charlestown Senior High School

High School · Greater Clark County Schools

1 Pirate Pl, Charlestown, IN 47111

Enrollment

854

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

6.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#959 of 1,823

In Charlestown

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#7 of 16

Greater Clark County Schools

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Charlestown Senior High School

6.3/10

High School in Charlestown · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Charlestown Senior High School

Charlestown Senior High School is a public high school in Charlestown, IN, part of Greater Clark County Schools. Charlestown Senior High School serves approximately 854 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Charlestown Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #959 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Charlestown Senior High School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • IN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency40% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation19.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,695
Chronic Absenteeism30%

Charlestown Senior High School — Students at Charlestown Senior High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 48.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
22%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.

How Charlestown Senior High School Compares

See how Charlestown Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in IN
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
19
10 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
19.8% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
10 boys'·9 girls'·26 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1 Pirate Pl, Charlestown, IN 47111

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charlestown Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. North Oldham High School (rated 8.0/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Goshen), which scores notably higher. Another option is Henryville Jr & Sr High School (rated 8.0/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Henryville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Silver Creek High School (rated 7.0/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Sellersburg), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Charlestown, see our Charlestown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School Charlestown 0.2 mi 6.9
Jonathan Jennings Elementary Sch Charlestown 0.6 mi 7.1
Charlestown Middle School Charlestown 1.4 mi 6.2
Rock Creek Community Academy Sellersburg 5.2 mi 6.5
Silver Creek Primary School Sellersburg 5.5 mi 4.5
Silver Creek Elementary School Sellersburg 5.8 mi 7.8
Silver Creek High School Sellersburg 5.8 mi 7.0
North Oldham Middle School Goshen 6.0 mi 7.8
Silver Creek Middle School Sellersburg 5.9 mi 7.0
North Oldham High School Goshen 6.1 mi 8.0
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sellersburg 6.1 mi 6.2
Harmony Elementary School Goshen 6.3 mi 7.0
Goshen At Hillcrest Elementary School Prospect 7.1 mi 8.2
Utica Elementary School Jeffersonville 8.1 mi 7.7
ST FRANCIS SCHOOL, GOSHEN CAMPUS Goshen 6.7 mi 8.3
Henryville Elementary School Henryville 8.2 mi 7.4
Henryville Jr & Sr High School Henryville 8.2 mi 8.0
W E Wilson Elementary Jeffersonville 9.0 mi 5.1
River Valley Middle School Jeffersonville 9.5 mi 5.7
THE VIRGINIA CHANCE SCHOOL Louisville 9.9 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 47111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,418

Median Home Value

$261,700

Median Rent

$906/mo

Population

17,899

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charlestown Senior High School

What grades does Charlestown Senior High School serve?

Charlestown Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Charlestown Senior High School?

Charlestown Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 854 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charlestown Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Charlestown Senior High School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Charlestown Senior High School rank in IN?

Charlestown Senior High School ranks #959 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Charlestown Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Charlestown Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Charlestown Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charlestown Senior High School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Charlestown Senior High School a charter school?

No, Charlestown Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Charlestown Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Charlestown Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Charlestown Senior High School?

40.4% of students at Charlestown Senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
854
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Clark County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

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