Academics
In 2012, GHS was named a Top High School by US News and World Report, earning a silver medal and ranking #12 in the state.
Goshen High School(GHS) carries one of the few genetics–ethics courses in Indiana. GHS is one of the few schools in Indiana offering the International Baccalaureate Program, this program consists of higher level classes. The IB classes offered by Goshen include: History, English, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Visual Arts, Music Theory, Mathematics, Math Studies, Pre-Calculus/Calculus, and TOK. These classes are either offered in SL or HL. HL are typically a two year course and SL courses are a one year course.
GHS also offers dual credit enrollment courses from Indiana University and Vincennes University.
In 2011, 46% of the graduating class passed Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate or Dual Credit courses. The IN Department of Education only reports Advanced Placement(AP) scores not IB or Dual Credit The state average is 12.2%
In 2010-11, End of Course assessment results were as follows: English 10 64% (state average 64%) Algebra 1 - 85.9% (state average 72.4) Biology 1 - 47% (state average 46.9%)
SAT scores are around the state average.
Other programs offered include a school television station (GTV), Super Mileage Challenge, Marine Biology and Stratford Experience. Starting in 2011, all students entering high school (9th grade) will have a laptop.
In 2012, the marketing class redesigned the student bookstore.
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