The Gary Area Career Center is a career and technical education school governed by the Gary Community School Corporation in Gary, Indiana, United States. The school opened in 1968 and was originally called the Gary Area Technical-Vocational School.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 6-12
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gary Career Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (24-25)
1 student
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Motto
Doing what is best for students … today, tomorrow, every day.
School Rankings
Hispanic
(24-25)100%
15%
Eligible for Free Lunch (24-25)
100%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Gary Career Center often compared to?
Gary Career Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Bailly Middle School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Gary Career Center?
1 students attend Gary Career Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Gary Career Center students are Hispanic.
What grades does Gary Career Center offer ?
Gary Career Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gary Career Center part of?
Gary Career Center is part of Gary Community School Corporation School District.
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