Top 10 Indiana High Schools Dominating Sports

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Top 10 Indiana High Schools Dominating Sports

In Indiana, sports are more than just a pastime – they’re a way of life.

From Friday night football lights to packed basketball gyms and track meets buzzing with energy, high school athletics hold a special place in the heart of Hoosier culture.

Across the state, certain schools have earned a reputation not just for participating, but for dominating—and building legacies that extend far beyond the field.

These programs don’t just produce state champions—they mold future collegiate athletes, community leaders, and sometimes even professional stars.

What sets them apart isn’t just the trophies or the wins; it’s the commitment to discipline, school pride, and a culture of excellence that’s passed down from class to class.

In this article, we’re spotlighting 10 Indiana high schools known for their standout sports programs—the ones that continue to raise banners and build dynasties in football, basketball, and track.

If you’re a fan of Indiana sports, these are the schools you need to know.

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1. Carmel High School (Carmel)

• A statewide leader with a staggering 180 IHSAA state titles, across swimming, basketball, track, football, and more.

• Notable streak: Girls Swimming & Diving champs 1987–2025 (39 straight years) .

2. Ben Davis High School (Indianapolis)

• Boasts 30 IHSAA championships, including 10 in football, multiple basketball and cross-country titles 

• Undefeated 33–0 boys basketball season in 2023

3. Westfield High School (Westfield)

• Football standout: Class 5A champions in 2016–17, 6A runners‑up multiple years 

• Champs in girls cross-country (4 titles) and boys golf (3 titles)

4. Lawrence North High School (Indianapolis)

• Elite boys basketball program: 4 state titles, 1 national championship, multiple area & conference wins 

• Groomed NBA talents like Greg Oden and Mike Conley Jr.

5. Warren Central High School (Indianapolis)

Recognized among Indiana’s best public schools for athletics and consistently excels across sports

6. Brownsburg High School (Brownsburg)

• A football power, ranked top 10 in Sports Illustrated’s 2024 Power 25. 

• Regular contender in state tournaments across various sports .

7. Crown Point High School (Crown Point)

• Football 10‑0 regular season (2024), often in the top 5 statewide.

• Strong multi-sport programs, ranked in Niche’s best public athletic schools

8. Fishers High School (Fishers)

• Indiana’s #1 boys basketball team in 2024–25 (30‑1) .

• Consistently top-tier in statewide athletic surveys .

9. South Bend Washington High School (South Bend)

• Historic football success: multiple state titles (last in 1973), football superstars, strong girls basketball program .

• Set school records with top-tier players like Gehrig Dieter

10. Concord High School (Elkhart)

• Football juggernaut: undefeated 10‑0 regular seasons, consistently in SI’s Power 25 top tier 

• Well-rounded sports offerings recognized by Niche rankings