North Daviess Junior Senior High School is a high school located near Elnora, Indiana. Its athletic nickname is the "Cougars", and it participates in the Southwestern Indiana Conference. In the 2008-2009 ISTEP ranking, North Daviess placed 60th in the state.
Serving 457 students in grades 7-12, North Daviess Jr-sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Daviess Jr-sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Daviess Jr-sr High School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of the North Daviess Community School Corporation is to provide a K-12 education that meets the needs of our students, serves as a foundation for life-long learning in a pluralistic society, and is conducive to 21st Century learning.
School Rankings
North Daviess Jr-sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Daviess Jr-sr High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#856 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Daviess Jr-sr High School's ranking?
North Daviess Jr-sr High School is ranked #856 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are North Daviess Jr-sr High School often compared to?
North Daviess Jr-sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington High School, Barr Reeve Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Daviess Jr-sr High School?
The graduation rate of North Daviess Jr-sr High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend North Daviess Jr-sr High School?
457 students attend North Daviess Jr-sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Daviess Jr-sr High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Daviess Jr-sr High School?
North Daviess Jr-sr High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Daviess Jr-sr High School offer ?
North Daviess Jr-sr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Daviess Jr-sr High School part of?
North Daviess Jr-sr High School is part of North Daviess Com Schools School District.
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