Mt Vernon High School

1,431 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Mt. Vernon High School, located in Fortville, Indiana, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Mt. Vernon Community School Corporation. The school is known for fostering a strong sense of community pride and academic rigor, serving a growing suburban and rural population in Hancock County. With a focus on preparing students for life beyond the classroom, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a variety of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and robust career and technical education (CTE) pathways designed to align with modern workforce demands.

Beyond its academic offerings, Mt. Vernon High School maintains a vibrant extracurricular culture that includes competitive athletics, performing arts, and diverse student organizations. The school prides itself on its "Marauder" spirit, emphasizing character development, leadership, and student engagement. By balancing a traditional high school experience with modern educational initiatives and state-of-the-art facilities, the school aims to create an inclusive environment where students are encouraged to achieve personal excellence and contribute positively to their local and global communities.
1,431
Total Students
80.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
31.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Mt Vernon High School
Demographic Student Count
White1,073
Hispanic72
Black174
Asian25
Two or More84
American Indian2
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,073 (75.0 %)
  • Black
    174 (12.2 %)
  • Two or More
    84 (5.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    72 (5.0 %)
  • Asian
    25 (1.7 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1 %)
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: Mt Vernon Community School Corp
Phone: (317)485-3131
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,431
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 80.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 360
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 87
Grades Taught
Grade 9 382
Grade 10 373
Grade 11 384
Grade 12 292

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Mt Vernon High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9382
Grade 10373
Grade 11384
Grade 12292
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Mt Vernon High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female68948.1%
Male74251.9%