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Loogootee School Campuses
Loogootee High School does not just follow state standards; it sets them. We take immense pride in being the first public high school in Indiana to achieve Official STEM Certification from the Indiana Department of Education. This isn't merely a title, it is a commitment to a K-12 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) curriculum that prepares students for a global economy before they even graduate. From our hallways to the skies, we host one of the state's only FAA-certified drone programs, giving our students literal flight paths into high-demand careers in aviation and technology.
Loogootee High School & Middle School (Grades 5–12)
This shared campus is the heart of our secondary education and athletic programs. It is a STEM-certified facility home to our PLTW courses in engineering, biomedical science, and cybersecurity.
- Address: 201 Brooks Ave, Loogootee, IN 47553
- Phone: 812-295-3254
- Office Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Monday - Friday)
Loogootee Elementary School (Grades PK–4)
The foundation of our district, our elementary school focuses on early STEM integration and well-known musical programming. It provides a nurturing environment where young Lions begin their journey toward academic excellence.
- Address: 101 Costello Dr, Loogootee, IN 47553
- Phone: 812-295-2833
- Office Hours: 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Monday - Friday)
Indoor Athletic Facilities
Jack Butcher Arena
Named after the legendary Jack Butcher -- the Loogootee native who turned down the Boston Celtics to lead the Lions boys basketball team for 45 years and ultimately be an inductee into the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame -- this arena is a monument to Hoosier Hysteria and is our flagship venue hosting both basketball and volleyball.
As one of the last remaining sunken-style gyms designed by the late Evansville-based architect Ralph Legeman, its capacity of 4,571 makes it the largest Class 1A venue in the state.
- Address: 201 Brooks Ave, Loogootee, IN 47553
The Historic JFK Gym
For the die-hard Indiana high-school basketball fan, the JFK Gym (built in 1927) is a must-visit. The building was constructed on the campus of the former Loogootee High School.
Local lore suggests this "cathedral of hoops" was nearly immortalized as a filming location for the movie Hoosiers -- and stepping inside, it's easy to see why. The gym remains an immaculate "time capsule," featuring the elusive wrap-around balcony that allows fans to hang right over the action.
The building was constructed on the campus of the former Loogootee High School in 1927.
While the gym maintains its 1920s ambiance and art-deco achetectural style -- including the original ticket booth, grand crimson staircases, and Coach Jack Butcher’s original office perched above the stage -- it has been thoughtfully maintained for the modern era. The playing surface was recently refinished with a modern sheen, featuring the classic Loogootee Lion logo at center court, ensuring that even as a "retired" gym, it remains a vibrant, functional piece of our athletic heritage.
- Address: 407 JFK Avenue, Loogootee, IN 47553
Lee Kavanaugh Gym
The Lee Kavanaugh Gym (built in 1951) was originally the home of the St. John’s Catholic Eagles, the facility was spared from a devastating fire in 1969 that destroyed the St. John's High School. In a move unique to Indiana history, the private school was absorbed into the public system, turning the Eagles into Lions.
Named after legendary teacher and coach Lee Kavanaugh, the gym features a stunning arched roof with bowed metal beams and ten rows of beautiful permanent wooden bleachers.
- Address: 510 Church St, Loogootee, IN 47553
LCSC Activity Center (Auxilary Gym)
The newest addition to our athletic department, this state-of-the-art facility is situated conveniently between the High School and the Elementary School.
- Address: 201 Brooks Ave (South Wing), Loogootee, IN 47553
Outdoor Athletic Facilities
Loogootee Community School's also has a host of outdoor sporting facilities for baseball, softball, tennis, and track & field.
Les Page Field
Les Page Field is the home of Loogootee Baseball.
- Address: 201 Brooks Ave, Loogootee, IN 47553
Costello Field
Costello Field serves as the home for our softball program.
- Address: 201 Brooks Ave, Loogootee, IN 47553
Rick Graves Tennis Complex
Rick Graves Tennis Complex hosts the Loogootee tennis program.
- Address: 201 Brooks Ave, Loogootee, IN 47553
Loogootee Track & Field Facility
- Address: 201 Brooks Ave, Loogootee, IN 47553
