Ben Davis University High School enrolls nearly 400 students in grades 10-12 as part of the Metropolitan School District of Wayne Township, providing students with a high-quality public school education on the west side of Indianapolis.
Built around 40 core courses, Ben Davis' curriculum allows students to earn college credits toward an associate degree at Vincennes University. The school's administration prides itself on promoting a "personalized" learning environment where smaller class sizes, inclusion and supportive student-teacher relationships are emphasized.
Offering four major fields of study, Ben Davis University High School students can graduate with associate degrees in liberal arts, business management, information technology and health careers. Promoting technology use and 21st-century scholarship, Ben Davis also connects students with valuable work internships in the 11th and 12th grades.
With over 30 extracurricular clubs and activities to choose from, students at Ben Davis University High School can channel their personal interests by joining the Euchre, Origami, Pickleball, the Bob Ross painting clubs and many others.
Winner of 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022 College Success Awards in Indiana, Ben Davis University High School has been consistently recognized for its outstanding commitment to preparing students for higher education.
Ben Davis University High School
Public High School
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Grade 10-12
1155 S High School Rd,
Indianapolis, IN
Metropolitan School District of Wayne Township
School Details
Head of School
Ms Rebecca Daugherty
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Average SAT Score
1020
Average ACT Score
20
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
B+
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B+
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B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers
18
Full Time Teachers
18
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1020
Math
500
Verbal
520
Average ACT
20
Math
19
English
20
Reading
21
Science
20
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
206:1
Student Diversity
Female
57.8%
Male
42.2%
Hispanic
38%
Black
34.1%
White
24.6%
Two or more races
2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.4%
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School Rankings
#6
Best College Prep Public HS in Indiana
#11
Best Public HS Teachers in Indiana
#20
Most Diverse Public HS in Indiana
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Indiana University Indianapolis
413 Students
Indiana University - Bloomington
381 Students
University of Indianapolis
300 Students
Ball State University
284 Students
Purdue University
230 Students
Butler University
195 Students
Indiana State University
190 Students
Marian University Indianapolis
124 Students
University of Southern Indiana
60 Students
DePauw University
59 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
94 Students
Nursing
78 Students
Biology
70 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
59 Students
Psychology
55 Students
Accounting
47 Students
Computer Science
37 Students
Information Technology
34 Students
Health Professions
34 Students
Pre-Law Studies
28 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/18/2024
Ive been attending This school since i was in the 10th grade and I'm honestly glad I stayed there. They are so good with resources and college readiness helping the students etc.
8/13/2024
It has been good and bad, It's a resourceful opportunity, and it is good to get you started in college. However, it is effortless to get bored because of the lack of action there. But the school is bearable because of the students and teachers.
11/15/2023
Ben Davis University High School is an amazing school if you're getting prepared for college. Though many people choose not to go to college, it is a great school nonetheless. There are also several resources and opportunities available for students that you could rarely find at schools of the same caliber. The environment is great and it's like having a small family with a total number of students at about 500 for grade 10-12.
GreatSchools Reviews
11/17/2018
The best , they don’t do drama there , and they act like adults ; responsible and kind. One of the best school in IN. And a lot more incredible stuff are there.
7/31/2014
While the earlier reviews may have been true, it's definitely improved. I am a senior here this year, and coming to this school has been the best decision I've ever made. My friends that graduated before I will say they DO prepare you for college. This school is also like a family. You can go to any...
6/11/2010
I would say that you should send your child to a prepratory school instead of this school because at this school they dont prepare you first they just push you into it.
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Chapel Hill-Ben Davis
List Price Range
$149K - $371K
Homes For Sale
15
Average Home Value
$242,659
Median Lot Size
12,632 Sq Ft
% Renters
37%
Household Income
$77,381
% of College Grads
21%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
1,649 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
58.5%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$873 - $1,777 per month
- The Park at Greenhill
- 1-5 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 654+ Sq Ft
- 56 Port Ocall Dr
- Indianapolis, IN
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$838 - $1,258 per month
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- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 504+ Sq Ft
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- Indianapolis, IN
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Parks in this Area
Ben Davis Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Miller Park
- Trails
- Playground
Krannert Park
- Basketball
- Fishing
- Trails
Thatcher Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Leonard Park
Chapel Hill Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
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