About Center Grove High School
Center Grove High School is the premier public high school on the south side of Indianapolis and one of the most well-rounded schools in the state. Located in Greenwood, Center Grove has built a tradition of excellence across academics, athletics, and the arts that few schools in Indiana can match.
The marching band at Center Grove is a national powerhouse. The Trojan Marching Band has won multiple Bands of America Grand National Championships and is widely regarded as one of the best high school marching bands in the country. This level of dedication and precision in the arts extends to the school's choir, theater, and visual arts programs, which all perform at exceptionally high levels.
Academically, Center Grove produces National Merit Semifinalists and sends graduates to top universities across the country. The school offers a robust selection of AP and dual-credit courses, and its college readiness metrics consistently rank among the best in the state. The school's STEM programs have grown significantly, with strong offerings in engineering, computer science, and biomedical sciences.
Football is king at Center Grove. The Trojans have won multiple IHSAA state football championships and are a perennial contender in Indiana's largest class. But the athletic excellence extends well beyond football — the school's baseball, basketball, swimming, and track programs all compete at the highest level. Center Grove benefits from a community that invests heavily in its schools and expects results across every dimension.
Founded: 1858
Key Programs & Strengths
Bands of America Grand National champion marching band
Multiple IHSAA state football championships
Strong AP and dual-credit academic pathways
Project Lead the Way STEM programs
Award-winning theater and vocal music
By the Numbers
4,000+
Enrollment
95%
Graduation Rate
20+
AP Courses
35+
State Titles
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