Indiana class of 2025 sets new graduation rate record at nearly 92%

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Indiana’s class of 2025 marks the third consecutive year of improved graduation rates and sets a new state record, with nearly 92% of Indiana seniors graduating high school.

The state’s second-highest graduation rate was in 2024 at 90.23%.

According to a release by the Indiana Department of Education, statewide graduation rates increased for every student population:

• Black students – from 83.88% in 2024 to 86.90% in 2025 (3.02 percentage point increase);
• Hispanic students – from 87.83% in 2024 to 89.80% in 2025 (1.97 percentage point increase);
• White students – from 91.89% in 2024 to 93.36% in 2025 (1.47 percentage point increase);
• English learners – from 89.48% in 2024 to 92.38% in 2025 (2.90 percentage point increase);
• Students in special education – from 85.30% in 2024 to 88.05% in 2025 (2.75 percentage point increase); and
• Students receiving free and reduced price meals – from 91.52% in 2024 to 93.34% in 2025 (1.82 percentage point increase).

“Today’s record-high graduation rate is a testament to the hard work of Indiana’s students, families, and educators,” said Governor Mike Braun. “While high school graduation marks the end of a student’s K-12 journey, our schools play an essential role in preparing students for all that comes next, ...