William Fegely Middle School

5384 Stone Ave
Portage, IN 46368
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 681 students in grades 6-8, William Fegely 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 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 681 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 51%
  • : Bottom 50% in IN
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

William Fegely Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

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School Overview

William Fegely Middle School's student population of 681 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
681 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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School Rankings

William Fegely 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 William Fegely Middle School is 0.66, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (IN)
#1354 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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19%
36%
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32%
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
1%
3%
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Hispanic
29%
14%
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Black
14%
13%
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White
49%
65%
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Hawaiian
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n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.66
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Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 William Fegely Middle School's ranking?
William Fegely Middle School is ranked #1354 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are William Fegely Middle School often compared to?
William Fegely Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willowcreek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend William Fegely Middle School?
681 students attend William Fegely Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of William Fegely Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Fegely Middle School?
William Fegely Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does William Fegely Middle School offer ?
William Fegely Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is William Fegely Middle School part of?
William Fegely Middle School is part of Portage Township Schools School District.

School Reviews

4   11/19/2018
I go here.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Brandon.B
5   4/18/2011
Excellent staff, Quality academic programs along with sports music and art. Many extracurricular activities
- Posted by Parent - pete

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 681 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 51%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 32% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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