Serving 1,179 students in grades 7-8, Belzer 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 7% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,179 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Belzer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Belzer Middle School's student population of 1,179 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,179 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Belzer 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 Belzer Middle School is 0.63, 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
#1631 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
53%
13%
White
11%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Belzer Middle School's ranking?
Belzer Middle School is ranked #1631 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Belzer Middle School often compared to?
Belzer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fall Creek Valley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Belzer Middle School?
1,179 students attend Belzer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Belzer Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belzer Middle School?
Belzer Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Belzer Middle School offer ?
Belzer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Belzer Middle School part of?
Belzer Middle School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
School Reviews
5 6/29/2020
I like this school ever since I first went to this school. I was nervous, but I found that their were kind people not judged people and I only went to this school for 2-3 weeks and then COVID - happened and not only that Belzer has improved my learning and my attitude and is fun.
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