Serving 1,243 students in grades 9, Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 80%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 1,243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in IN)
- Math Proficiency: ≥95%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5%
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center's student population of 1,243 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,243 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
We Are Wayne!
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≥95%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(13-14)≤5%
80%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Hispanic
37%
15%
Black
38%
14%
White
21%
62%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center often compared to?
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Speedway Senior High School, Ben Davis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% IN state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 80% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center?
The graduation rate of Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center is 50%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center?
1,243 students attend Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center?
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center offer ?
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center part of?
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center located?
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center is located in the Chapel Hill And Ben Davis neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Chapel Hill And Ben Davis.
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