Serving 791 students in grades 6-8, Dekalb Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 791 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dekalb Middle School's student population of 791 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dekalb Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dekalb Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
91%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dekalb Middle School's ranking?
Dekalb Middle School is ranked #695 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Dekalb Middle School?
791 students attend Dekalb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dekalb Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dekalb Middle School?
Dekalb Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dekalb Middle School offer ?
Dekalb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dekalb Middle School part of?
Dekalb Middle School is part of Dekalb Co Ctl United Sch Dist School District.
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