Penn High School

Penn High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
56100 Bittersweet Rd,  Mishawaka, IN
Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation
3.9
3.9
3,847 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Sean Galiher
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
49%
Reading Proficiency
67%
Average GPA
3.56
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B+
College Prep
B-
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
A
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.56
Reading Proficiency
67%
Math Proficiency
49%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
21:1
Teachers
182
Full Time Teachers
182
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
600
Verbal
610
Average ACT
27
Math
27
English
27
Reading
28
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
25
AP Pass Rate
66.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
325:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.4%
Female
48.6%
White
71.3%
Hispanic
8.6%
Black
7.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.5%
Two or more races
5.6%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
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 1,044 Students
Purdue University 848 Students
Ball State University 542 Students
Indiana University - South Bend 426 Students
Indiana University Indianapolis 384 Students
University of Notre Dame 321 Students
Michigan State University 290 Students
Butler University 264 Students
Indiana State University 214 Students
University of Indianapolis 195 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 258 Students
Nursing 233 Students
Biology 225 Students
Psychology 212 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 143 Students
Marketing 106 Students
Computer Science 75 Students
Finance 71 Students
Engineering 68 Students
Elementary Education 68 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 806 Reviews
4.0 Alum
3/10/2025
The best part of going to Penn High School for me was the fact that it was so big and full of so many people. Not only did I meet a wide variety of people, but also, I got used to having to navigate, time manage to get to class on time and prepare myself better for college. In addition to this, many people from my high school go to IU as well and it helped me make lasting friendships that I hope to carry with me long throughout college and beyond.
4.0
8/6/2024
Overall I've had a great experience at this school for one they take academics very seriously and provide students with the right resources inorder to be collage ready. The school is organized and administered by the most qualified persons and each student has the opportunity to pursue what they want to accomplish. One of the best experiences at the school for me was the schools debate club which is one of the many clubs/organizations that the school offers. It was a mind opening experience that allowed me to find my voice and a group of great well rounded students.However I do believe that the school can improve their fine arts department as I had a hard time finding something to do within this department when I had the passion for theatre and dance. They aren't as funded or prioritized as academics and sports.
5.0 Alum
8/5/2024
A great educational environment to be in. Everyone in this school wants you to do your best academically and athletically, and they also want you to be the best version of yourself as well. Great school to be a part of and a great experience.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.9 11 Reviews
3.0 student
3/25/2022
The school is great but can they please close down for a while to fix the bathrooms
5.0 parent
9/26/2017
Very positive experience both as a student myself and as the parent of students.
5.0 parent
5/11/2015
Both my boys attended Penn. Their needs and interests are quite different but it was still a great experience for both of them. One was more outgoing and into electronics and music and various clubs. He had a ball, made many friends and had several college offers (choose Bethel). The other was very...
5.0 student
8/22/2014
Penn High School is an exceptional school with excelling programs such as marching band, athletics, orchestra, choir, art, and many more. Penn can seem intimidating from the size and number of students, but this school isn't as scary as it seems. The school also has begun using Chromebook laptops (2...

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Penn High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Mishawaka, IN, in the Mishawaka neighborhood, and is served by the Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation in Indiana. The school has a total enrollment of 3,847 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 21:1. Academic records show that 49% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 67% are proficient in reading. Penn High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 10 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.56, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $227,961. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mishawaka High School, Granger Christian School, Career Academy At South Bend, and more. Learn more about what Mishawaka has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Penn High School.

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