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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,073 |
| Hispanic | 72 |
| Black | 174 |
| Asian | 25 |
| Two or More | 84 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White1,073 (75.0 %)
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Black174 (12.2 %)
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Two or More84 (5.9 %)
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Hispanic72 (5.0 %)
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Asian25 (1.7 %)
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American Indian2 (0.1 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 382 |
| Grade 10 | 373 |
| Grade 11 | 384 |
| Grade 12 | 292 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 689 | 48.1% |
| Male | 742 | 51.9% |
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