Wainwright Middle School

7501 E 700 S
Lafayette, IN 47905
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 309 students in grades 6-8, Wainwright 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 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 309 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50% in IN
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Wainwright Middle School's student population of 309 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
309 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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School Rankings

Wainwright 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 Wainwright Middle School is 0.36, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (IN)
#1209 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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26%
36%
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37%
43%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
14%
14%
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Black
4%
13%
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White
79%
65%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.36
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wainwright Middle School's ranking?
Wainwright Middle School is ranked #1209 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Wainwright Middle School often compared to?
Wainwright Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southwestern Middle School, Battle Ground Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Wainwright Middle School?
309 students attend Wainwright Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wainwright Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wainwright Middle School?
Wainwright Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wainwright Middle School offer ?
Wainwright Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wainwright Middle School part of?
Wainwright Middle School is part of Tippecanoe School Corp School District.

School Reviews

5   3/20/2020
It is a great school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - student
2   2/14/2007
If your child is labeled emotionally or learning disabled, this is not the school for you. The principal and counselor rarely assist those students.
- Posted by Parent - googa

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 21%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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