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#153 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 8% in state

Munster High School

High School · School Town of Munster

8808 Columbia Ave, Munster, IN 46321

Enrollment

1,524

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#153 of 1,823

In Munster

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

School Town of Munster

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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8.6/10

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

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About Munster High School

Munster High School is a public high school in Munster, IN, part of School Town of Munster. Munster High School serves approximately 1,524 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Munster High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #153 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Munster High School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares2.2 pts above IN schools
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • IN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.54 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency91% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness9.1Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation36.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,440
Chronic Absenteeism11.5%

Munster High School — Students at Munster High School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 89.5% (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
81%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
95%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
89%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
88%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
91%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
91%
2022
Math
54%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Munster High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
92th percentile in IN
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.6
Sports
17
8 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
87 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
36.9% participation·State avg: 2.6 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
8 boys'·9 girls'·39 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

8808 Columbia Ave, Munster, IN 46321

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Munster High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. James B Eads Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Protsman Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Dyer), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Frank H Hammond Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Munster, see our Munster schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Wilbur Wright Middle School Munster 0.2 mi 7.3
ST THOMAS MORE SCHOOL Munster 0.3 mi 7.3
ST PAUL'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Munster 0.6 mi 7.9
Ernest R Elliott Elementary School Munster 0.7 mi 8.5
Frank H Hammond Elementary School Munster 0.9 mi 8.6
James B Eads Elementary School Munster 1.1 mi 8.9
LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing 1.4 mi 6.3
Frank O'Bannon Elementary School Hammond 1.9 mi 3.0
ST JOHN BOSCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hammond 2.0 mi 6.7
Thomas A Edison Elementary School Hammond 2.2 mi 3.2
Coolidge Elementary School Lansing 1.8 mi 5.5
Nathan Hale Elem School Lansing 1.7 mi 4.1
Heritage Middle School Lansing 1.9 mi 5.1
Thornton Fractnl So High School Lansing 1.9 mi 5.5
Thomas Jefferson Elementary School Hammond 2.4 mi 4.0
Lester Crawl Primary Ctr Lansing 2.0 mi 5.1
Annie Burns-Hicks Elementary School Hammond 2.9 mi 2.5
Reavis Elem School Lansing 2.6 mi 4.8
Protsman Elementary School Dyer 3.1 mi 8.9
Kenwood Elementary School Hammond 3.0 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46321 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,764

Median Home Value

$312,000

Median Rent

$1,480/mo

Population

23,733

College Educated

48.1%

Homeownership

86.1%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

7.3%

Median Age

45.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Bloomington High School South Bloomington, IN 8.6
West Lafayette Jr/Sr High School West Lafayette, IN 8.9
Central High School Evansville, IN 8.1
Adams High School South Bend, IN 8.0
Shortridge High School Indianapolis, IN 8.0
Bloomington High School North Bloomington, IN 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Munster High School

What grades does Munster High School serve?

Munster High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Munster High School?

Munster High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,524 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Munster High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Munster High School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Munster High School rank in IN?

Munster High School ranks #153 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Munster High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Munster High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Munster High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Munster High School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Munster High School a charter school?

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

Is Munster High School a Title I school?

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

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

20.7% of students at Munster 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
46 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,524
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
87
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.5%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

School Town of Munster
District Enrollment
4,118
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,440
District Rank
#3 of 5

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