K-12 Breakdown by District — 2009-10 School Year
Richmond: District #8385
Public Schools
| Type | Number | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Schools | 1 | 308 |
| Elementary Schools (K – 6) | 10 | 2,784 |
| Junior High Schools (7 – 8) | 3 | 843 |
| Senior High Schools (9 – 12) | 1 | 1,529 |
| Charter | 1 | 254 |
| Alternative | 3 | 181 |
Source: Indiana Department of Education, 2010
Parochial Schools
| Type | Number | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary Schools (K – 6) | 7 | 481 |
| Jr.-Sr. High Schools (7 – 12) | 3 | 196 |
Source: Area Parochial School Offices, 2009-2010
Area Achievement
| School Name | Graduation Rate | Average SAT Scores (2009-10) |
|---|---|---|
| New Creations Chapel | 100.0% |
1,400
|
| Richmond Academy | N/A |
N/A
|
| Richmond High School | 82.5% |
1,425
|
| Seton Catholic High School | 84.2% |
1,400
|
| District Average | 86.0% |
1,420
|
Source: High School Offices, 2009-2010
Indiana Department of Education, 2010
Centerville: District #8360
Public Schools
| Type | Number | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary (PK – 2) | 1 | 365 |
| Middle Schools (3 – 6) | 1 | 502 |
| Junior High Schools (7 – 8) | 1 | 265 |
| Senior High Schools (9 – 12) | 1 | 535 |
Source: Indiana Department of Education, 2010
Area Achievement
| School Name | Graduation Rate | Average SAT Scores (2009-10) |
|---|---|---|
| Centerville Sr. High School | 92.2% | 1,506 |
Source: Indiana Department of Education, 2010
Cambridge City: District #8355
Public Schools
| Type | Number | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary (K – 5) | 1 | 472 |
| Junior High Schools (6 – 8) | 1 | 256 |
| Senior High Schools (9 – 12) | 1 | 378 |
Source:Indiana Department of Education, 2010
Area Achievement
| School Name | Graduation Rate | Average SAT Scores (2009-10) |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Sr. High School | 73.3% | 1,406 |
Source: Indiana Department of Education, 2010
Hagerstown: District #8305
Public Schools
| Type | Number | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary (PK – 6) | 1 | 650 |
| Senior High Schools (7 – 12) | 1 | 562 |
Source: Indiana Department of Education, 2010
Area Achievement
| School Name | Graduation Rate | Average SAT Scores (2009-10) |
|---|---|---|
| Hagerstown Jr.-Sr. High School | 85.1% | 1,457 |
Source: Indiana Department of Education, 2010
Fountain City: District #8375
Public Schools
| Type | Number | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|
| Elementary (PK – 6) | 1 | 571 |
| Senior High Schools (7 – 12) | 1 | 544 |
Source:Indiana Department of Education, 2010
Area Achievement
| School Name | Graduation Rate | Average SAT Scores (2009-10) |
|---|---|---|
| Northeastern High School | 84.9% | 1,445 |
Source: Indiana Department of Education, 2010
County Educational Districts Summary
School System Statistics
| District | Enrollment | Graduation Rate (High School) |
SAT Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8355 | 1,106 | 73.3% |
1,406
|
| 8360 | 1,667 | 92.2% |
1,506
|
| 8375 | 1,115 | 84.9% |
1,445
|
| 8305 | 1,212 | 85.1% |
1,457
|
| 8385 | 5,899 | 86.0% |
1,420
|
| Total/Avg. | 10,999 | 84.5% |
1,436
|
|
|
|||
| Indiana State Average | 84.1% |
1,476
|
|
| National Average | 75.6% |
1,509
|
|
Note: Average SAT scores based on a scale of 2,400
County Enrollment Statistics by District
Note: Values Include Parochial School Data
County SAT Average by District
Note: Values Include Parochial School Data
Wayne County High School Graduates
Going on to Higher Education
| 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Graduates | 611 | 662 | 636 | 737 |
| Four-Year Institution | 361 | 371 | 340 | 304 |
| Two-Year Institution | 88 | 85 | 98 | 170 |
| Vocational/Technical | 63 | 90 | 40 | 8 |
| Total to Higher Ed. | 512 | 546 | 478 | 482 |
Source: Indiana Department of Education, 2010
Higher Education in Wayne County
Earlham College
Founded by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) in 1847, Earlham College is a distinguished liberal arts college of 1,200 students from 42 states and 81 foreign countries. Among the nation’s academically strongest liberal arts colleges, it boasts programs of particular renown in the sciences, humanities and peace and global studies. Earlham is consistently ranked as one of the nation’s top colleges for undergraduate study abroad.
The college has one of only three U.S.-based Japan information centers and also offers programs and consulting services for companies seeking to establish business contacts in Japan and the Pacific Rim.
www.earlham.edu
Indiana University East
IU East offers all of the advantages of an Indiana University education and a degree that is respected throughout Indiana, the nation, and the world. IU East offers over 50 Indiana University bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in social and behavioral sciences, arts and humanities, business, nursing, education, and technical and professional fields. Students at IU East will find all the services and opportunities of a large university combined with the advantages and atmosphere of a small college.
IU East is one of eight campuses of Indiana University and has an enrollment of about 3,200 locally. The university also offers programs at its regional centers in New Castle, Connersville and Lawrenceburg. Several online degree completion programs are also available.
More than 95 percent of our alumni stay in the region to live and work.
www.iue.edu
Ivy Tech Community College
A statewide, open-access, community college, Ivy Tech Community College provides residents of Indiana with professional and technical degrees as well as the lifelong training needed for successful careers, personal development, and active citizenship. Through its affordable, quality educational programs and services, the College strengthens Indiana’s economy and enhances its cultural development.
Ivy Tech offers a variety of programs for students as well as short term programs and training services available on demand for the greater population trhough the Workforce and Economic Development (WED) Office which provides immediate skills and industry related certification opportunities.
www.ivytech.edu/richmond
Purdue University College of Technology
Purdue University College of Technology is engaged with business and industry in numerous ways. Purdue offers certificate and degree programs to support apprenticeship and professional development programs. The College of Technology can also deliver tailored training or credit coursework at business sites and can provide onsite registration support.
In addition to the traditional classroom setting, some courses may also be taken online, through streaming video, and during accelerated weekend formats. The University’s expertise is available through local faculty and students, as well as through its Technical Assistance Program (TAP). TAP provides technical and organizational help (gratis and contracted), as well as placement of summer interns. Partnered research projects can also be coordinated through the local College of Technology office.
www.tech.purdue.edu/Richmond
Bethany Theological Seminary
Bethany Theological Seminary is the only theological school and academy for the Church of the Brethren. The school was founded in Chicago in 1905 and later moved to Richmond, Indiana as an affiliate of Earlham College, both are schools founded by historic “peace churches” (Brethren and Quaker).
For over 100 years, the theological seminary has been offering Master of Divinity degrees and undergraduate training with a current focus on peace studies and youth/young adult ministries.
www.bethanyseminary.edu
New Creations Bible College
New Creations Bible College is committed to excellence in education for the honor of Christ. New Creations was started as a program for troubled youth and grew to include collegiate education. The school provides a quality, post-secondary education for young men and women who desire to enter a full-time residential Christian Ministry or work in Christian Education. The College provides both 2 and 4 year degrees spanning four different areas.
www.newcreationschapel.org
Area College Enrollment & Graduates
Fall 2009 Enrollment
| College | Undergrad | Graduate |
|---|---|---|
| *Ball State University | 18,127 | 3,956 |
| Earlham College | 1,152 | 141 |
| Indiana University East | 3,285 | 80 |
| Ivy Tech Community College | 5,841 | N/A |
| **Miami University of Ohio | 14,872 | 2,395 |
| Purdue College of Technology | 129 | N/A |
| Total | 43,393 | 6,572 |
*Located 44 miles Northwest of Richmond
**Located 28 miles Southwest of Richmond
Bachelor Degrees Awarded by Area Colleges
| Degree Field | 2007-08 | 2008-09 | 2009-10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Science | 1,059 | 711 | 911 |
| Education | 1,802 | 973 | 1,040 |
| Natural Sciences | 1,032 | 724 | 897 |
| Fine Arts | 629 | 385 | 390 |
| Mathematics | 109 | 67 | 89 |
| Computer Science | 92 | 66 | 38 |
| Nursing | 207 | 182 | 253 |
| Business Administration | 2,080 | 1,469 | 1,738 |
| Behavioral Sciences | 1,977 | 1,571 | 1,816 |
Source: University Registrar Offices
Ball State University, Earlham College,
Indiana University East, Miami University
Purdue College of Technology Degrees/Certificates Awarded
| Degree Field | 2007-08 | 2008-09 | 2009-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor Degrees | ||||
| Industrial Technology | 10 | 5 | 0 | |
| Organizational Leadership and Supervision | 5 | 3 | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | 8 | 3 | |
| Certificate | ||||
| Industrial Technology | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Mechanical Engineering Technology | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Organizational Leadership and Supervision | 5 | 3 | 3 | |
| Total | 6 | 3 | 4 | |
Source: Purdue University College of Technology Registrar Office
Ivy Tech Community College Associate Degrees Awarded
| Concentration | 2007-08 | 2008-09 | 2009-10 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education (early childhood) | 11 | 8 | 5 |
| Computer Science | 14 | 14 | 14 |
| Nursing | 50 | 64 | 78 |
| Business Administration | 15 | 23 | 36 |
| Total | 90 | 109 | 133 |