Serving 414 students in grades 6-8, Sarah Scott Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 8% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sarah Scott Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sarah Scott Middle School's student population of 414 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sarah Scott Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sarah Scott Middle School is 0.56, which is more 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
#1611 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
18%
13%
White
63%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sarah Scott Middle School's ranking?
Sarah Scott Middle School is ranked #1611 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Sarah Scott Middle School often compared to?
Sarah Scott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honey Creek Middle School, Farrington Grove Elementary School, Terre Haute South Vigo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Sarah Scott Middle School?
414 students attend Sarah Scott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Sarah Scott Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sarah Scott Middle School?
Sarah Scott Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sarah Scott Middle School offer ?
Sarah Scott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Sarah Scott Middle School part of?
Sarah Scott Middle School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
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