The Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center provides ninth graders with a college preparatory curriculum that advances academic excellence and successful high school careers. Educating approximately 1,200 students, the Ben Davis purple and white Giants are bold when it comes to pursuing their dreams.
Students are invited to join one of Ben Davis' academies to craft a specialized educational experience that reflects their personal interests. The Adrenaline Academy highlights vocations in health and human services while the Imagination Academy supports participation in the arts.
The Innovation Academy promotes STEM learning; the WNGC Academy explores media, radio and TV fields; and the Key Academy develops leadership and high-level thinking skills.
The University Academy offers dual-credit coursework leading to a free associate degree from Vincennes University. The Vincennes Career Academy prepares students for work in pharmacy, culinary arts and precision machinery trades.
An extensive selection of electives includes courses in band, engineering, Spanish, French and German, among others.
The Giants compete in multiple sports, including tennis, bowling, golf, swimming, football, soccer, baseball, basketball, track and field, cross country, girls' softball and volleyball, and boys’ wrestling.
The Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center nurtures passion, confidence and scholastic competence in its students.
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center
Public High School
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Grade 9
1150 N Girls School Rd,
Indianapolis, IN
Metropolitan School District of Wayne Township
1,279
Students
B+
School Details
Head of School
Steve Samuel
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1050
Average GPA
3.48
Niche Grade
B
A-
A-
A-
B
C+
B
B
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.48
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
72
Full Time Teachers
72
Teachers in First or Second Year
6.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1050
Math
520
Verbal
540
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
1
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
444:1
Student Diversity
Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
Black
38.1%
Hispanic
36.1%
White
19.9%
Two or more races
5.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Indiana University - Bloomington
102 Students
Indiana University Indianapolis
99 Students
Purdue University
83 Students
University of Indianapolis
69 Students
Ball State University
65 Students
Butler University
64 Students
Indiana State University
55 Students
Marian University Indianapolis
37 Students
Franklin College
26 Students
DePauw University
26 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
26 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
21 Students
Nursing
15 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
14 Students
Pre-Law Studies
11 Students
Psychology
8 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice
8 Students
Computer Software Engineering
8 Students
Biology
7 Students
Arts
7 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/3/2023
It an alright school but the bathroom are kinda dirty. The teachers their are ok but some of them. I don't know how some of them are a teacher.
6/3/2022
I went to Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center at the beginning of Covid so my experience was a little different but all in all I'd say still pretty ok. Trust me it's not something you will regret.
2/8/2020
I like Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center, I feel like the teachers are positive. Even in the worst of situations. They do a lot in career planning and getting children ready for the real world. The offer a career center, offering certifications in trade jobs.
GreatSchools Reviews
2/5/2020
It was Awful and I wish I could do something about it but
7/26/2018
HAVENT STARTED YET SO IM UNABLE TO GIVE A PROPER RATING
12/5/2014
Welcome to Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center! We are the proud home of all freshmen students in the MSD of Wayne Township. Our mission is ensuring our students get off to a great start in high school and are on track to graduate. We are Ninth Grade Specialists and focused on helping our students grow as...
8/16/2014
i went to this school and all in all i grew so much. i was ready to take 10th grade by the horns.
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List Price Range
$173K - $367K
Homes For Sale
50
Average Home Value
$248,150
Median Lot Size
12,632 Sq Ft
% Renters
37%
Average Household Income
$77,381
% of College Grads
21%
Median Age
37
Average House Size
1,643 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
58.9%
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Additional Schools in the Area
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- 10th to 12th
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- 10th to 12th
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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
Additional Neighborhoods in this Area
Haughville
A historic Near Westside neighborhood working towards a brighter future
Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center is a public school for students in grades 9 in Indianapolis, IN and is served by the Metropolitan School District of Wayne Township in Indiana. The school has a total enrollment of 1,279 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+. The average GPA is 3.48. The average SAT score is 1050. The average home value in this area is $248,150. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ben Davis High School, Speedway Senior High School, Ben Davis University High School, and more. Learn more about what Indianapolis has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Ben Davis Ninth Grade Center.