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Laporte Juvenile Correctional

High School · Indiana Department of Correction

2407 N 500 W, Laporte, IN 46350

Enrollment

50

Student-Teacher

6.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

5th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,053 of 1,823

In Laporte

#8 of 12

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Indiana Department of Correction

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Laporte Juvenile Correctional

6.0/10

High School in Laporte · grades 5th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

F Willard Crichfield Elementary

8.2/10

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About Laporte Juvenile Correctional

Laporte Juvenile Correctional is a public high school in Laporte, IN, part of Indiana Department of Correction. Laporte Juvenile Correctional serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 5th-12th, and has a 6.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Laporte Juvenile Correctional has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,053 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Laporte Juvenile Correctional show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 50 students, Laporte Juvenile Correctional is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Laporte Juvenile Correctional sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 6.2:1 students to teachers, Laporte Juvenile Correctional sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.36 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendStable
Academics3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)70% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-45.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile13th
College Readiness2.7Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.2:1

Laporte Juvenile Correctional — Students at Laporte Juvenile Correctional score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.8% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 24.8% (multi-year average, 2020-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 5 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
25%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Laporte Juvenile Correctional Compares

See how Laporte Juvenile Correctional performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in IN
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

2407 N 500 W, Laporte, IN 46350

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Laporte Juvenile Correctional may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LA LUMIERE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 6.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Michigan City High School (rated 5.3/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Michigan City), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Laporte, see our Laporte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
F Willard Crichfield Elementary Laporte 1.7 mi 8.2
Renaissance Academy Charter School Laporte 3.5 mi 5.9
Riley Elementary School Laporte 3.7 mi 6.0
Michigan City High School Michigan City 4.3 mi 5.3
LaPorte High School Laporte 4.5 mi 5.3
Coolspring Elementary School Michigan City 4.2 mi 5.0
Handley Elementary School Laporte 4.8 mi 7.6
Lincoln Elementary School Laporte 4.6 mi 5.9
Springfield Elementary School Michigan City 5.8 mi 4.4
Martin T Krueger Middle School Michigan City 5.9 mi 5.6
Joy Elementary School Michigan City 5.5 mi 6.5
Kesling Intermediate School Laporte 5.4 mi 7.6
LaPorte Middle School Laporte 5.4 mi 8.4
ST JOHNS LUTHERM SCHOOL Laporte 5.4 mi 7.0
Hailmann Elementary School Laporte 5.3 mi 7.2
Barker Middle School Michigan City 5.6 mi 4.9
QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL/DIOCESE Michigan City 6.0 mi 8.2
Edgewood Elementary School Michigan City 5.8 mi 5.1
LA LUMIERE SCHOOL Laporte 6.1 mi 8.2
NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL/DIOCESE Michigan City 7.4 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46350 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,311

Median Home Value

$199,800

Median Rent

$920/mo

Population

45,152

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Laporte Juvenile Correctional

What grades does Laporte Juvenile Correctional serve?

Laporte Juvenile Correctional serves students in grades 5th through 12th.

How many students attend Laporte Juvenile Correctional?

Laporte Juvenile Correctional has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Laporte Juvenile Correctional?

The student-teacher ratio at Laporte Juvenile Correctional is 6.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Laporte Juvenile Correctional rank in IN?

Laporte Juvenile Correctional ranks #1,053 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Laporte Juvenile Correctional's MySchoolScout rating?

Laporte Juvenile Correctional has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Laporte Juvenile Correctional?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Laporte Juvenile Correctional has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).

Is Laporte Juvenile Correctional a charter school?

No, Laporte Juvenile Correctional is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Laporte Juvenile Correctional a Title I school?

No, Laporte Juvenile Correctional is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
LaPorte County

District

Indiana Department of Correction
District Enrollment
376
Schools in District
4
District Rank
#1 of 3

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