Serving 503 students in grades 7-8, Joseph Block 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 3% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Block Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph Block Middle School's student population of 503 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph Block 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 Joseph Block Middle School is 0.54, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1700 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
48%
14%
Black
48%
13%
White
2%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Joseph Block Middle School's ranking?
Joseph Block Middle School is ranked #1700 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Joseph Block Middle School?
503 students attend Joseph Block Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Joseph Block Middle School students are Hispanic, 48% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Block Middle School?
Joseph Block Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joseph Block Middle School offer ?
Joseph Block Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Joseph Block Middle School part of?
Joseph Block Middle School is part of School City Of East Chicago School District.
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