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Gary Career Center
High School · Gary Community School Corp
1800 E 35th Ave, Gary, IN 46409
Enrollment
1
Student-Teacher
0.1:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1
Student-Teacher
0.1:1
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Gary Career Center
Gary Career Center is a public high school in Gary, IN, part of the Gary Community School Corp. The school serves approximately 1 students in grades 6th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 0.1:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $40,637, where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 1 students, Gary Career Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 0.1:1, Gary Career Center offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.1:1
- Address
- 1800 E 35th Ave, Gary, IN 46409
- Phone
- (219) 962-7571
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
1800 E 35th Ave, Gary, IN 46409
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gary Career Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ANDREAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Merrillville). Another option is River Forest High School (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Hobart). Additionally, Gary Middle College (rated 6.1/10, 3.4 miles away). For more schools in Gary, see our Gary schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Virtual Academy Gary | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Henry S Evans Elementary School Lake Station | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Bailly Middle School Gary | 1.5 mi | 3.6 |
| MY SAFARI PREPARATORY ACADEMY Gary | 1.3 mi | — |
| Mary M Bethune Early Child Dev Ctr Gary | 1.7 mi | 2.6 |
| MY SAFARI PREPARATORY ACADEMY GEORGIA ST. CAMPUS Gary | 2.0 mi | — |
| Daniel Hale Williams Elem Sch Gary | 2.0 mi | 5.0 |
| River Forest High School Hobart | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| River Forest Middle School Hobart | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Early Learning Center-George Earle Hobart | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn Gary | 2.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gary | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Veterans Elementary School at Mundell Hobart | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ANDREAN HIGH SCHOOL Merrillville | 3.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch Lake Station | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Gary Middle College Gary | 3.4 mi | 6.1 |
| 21st Century Charter Sch of Gary Gary | 3.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Higher Institute of Arts & Tech Merrillville | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Steel City Academy Gary | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Henry P Fieler Elementary School Merrillville | 3.7 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46409 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$40,637
Median Home Value
$73,300
Median Rent
$1,194/mo
Population
7,072
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
44.5%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
35.3
Community Profile
The community surrounding Gary Career Center has a median household income of $40,637. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $73,300, with a median rent of $1,194/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gary Career Center
What grades does Gary Career Center serve?
Gary Career Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Gary Career Center?
Gary Career Center has an enrollment of approximately 1 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gary Career Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Gary Career Center is 0.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Gary Career Center a charter school?
No, Gary Career Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gary Career Center a Title I school?
No, Gary Career Center is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Low (45/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 0.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (219) 962-7571
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Gary Community School Corp- District Enrollment
- 4,025
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,740
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