Career Academy High School
Charter School
431 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Career Academy High School, located at 3801 Crescent Circle in South Bend, Indiana, is a public charter school dedicated to providing students with a blend of rigorous academics and practical, career-focused training. The school operates with a mission to prepare students not only for graduation but for successful transitions into post-secondary education or the workforce. By emphasizing a "career-ready" philosophy, the academy integrates traditional core curriculum with technical and vocational pathways that allow students to explore industries such as health sciences, information technology, and manufacturing while still in high school.
The school is known for its personalized approach to education, fostering a supportive community environment that aims to help students navigate the challenges of their formative high school years. In addition to its focus on professional skill-building, Career Academy High School provides various extracurricular opportunities and dual-credit programs, which enable students to earn college credits before receiving their diploma. By bridging the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application, the school strives to empower its students with the confidence and technical proficiency needed to thrive in an increasingly competitive global economy.
The school is known for its personalized approach to education, fostering a supportive community environment that aims to help students navigate the challenges of their formative high school years. In addition to its focus on professional skill-building, Career Academy High School provides various extracurricular opportunities and dual-credit programs, which enable students to earn college credits before receiving their diploma. By bridging the gap between classroom instruction and real-world application, the school strives to empower its students with the confidence and technical proficiency needed to thrive in an increasingly competitive global economy.
431
Total Students
59.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
60.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 208 |
| Hispanic | 49 |
| Black | 125 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More | 41 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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White208 (48.3 %)
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Black125 (29.0 %)
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Hispanic49 (11.4 %)
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Two or More41 (9.5 %)
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Asian6 (1.4 %)
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American Indian2 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Career Academy High School |
| Phone: | (574)299-9800 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 431 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 59.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 7.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 223 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 36 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
135
Grade 10
122
Grade 11
85
Grade 12
89
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 135 |
| Grade 10 | 122 |
| Grade 11 | 85 |
| Grade 12 | 89 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 171 | 39.7% |
| Male | 260 | 60.3% |
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