Brownstown Central High School
475 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Brownstown Central High School, located in Brownstown, Indiana, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Brownstown Central Community School Corporation. Situated in the heart of Jackson County, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and acts as a central hub for academic, extracurricular, and athletic activities for students in grades 9 through 12. The school is well-regarded for fostering a supportive, small-town atmosphere while maintaining a commitment to preparing students for life after graduation, whether through college enrollment, vocational training, or direct workforce entry.
Academically, the school offers a standard high school curriculum supplemented by various elective opportunities, including career and technical education (CTE) pathways and dual-credit courses that allow students to earn college credits before leaving high school. Beyond the classroom, Brownstown Central is known for its active athletic department, competing as the "Braves." The school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, encouraging participation in a variety of clubs, performing arts, and community service initiatives, all of which contribute to a strong sense of school spirit and local identity.
Academically, the school offers a standard high school curriculum supplemented by various elective opportunities, including career and technical education (CTE) pathways and dual-credit courses that allow students to earn college credits before leaving high school. Beyond the classroom, Brownstown Central is known for its active athletic department, competing as the "Braves." The school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, encouraging participation in a variety of clubs, performing arts, and community service initiatives, all of which contribute to a strong sense of school spirit and local identity.
475
Total Students
32.3
Full-Time Teachers
14.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 448 |
| Hispanic | 18 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 5 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White448 (94.3 %)
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Hispanic18 (3.8 %)
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Two or More5 (1.1 %)
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Asian2 (0.4 %)
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American Indian2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Brownstown Cnt Com Sch Corp |
| Phone: | (812)358-3453 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 475 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 135 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 28 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
132
Grade 10
127
Grade 11
123
Grade 12
93
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 132 |
| Grade 10 | 127 |
| Grade 11 | 123 |
| Grade 12 | 93 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 205 | 43.2% |
| Male | 270 | 56.8% |
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