Serving 1,030 students in grades 6-8, Willowcreek 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 31% (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 47% 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: 1,030 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willowcreek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Willowcreek Middle School's student population of 1,030 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,030 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willowcreek 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 Willowcreek 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
#1396 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
14%
Black
16%
13%
White
53%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willowcreek Middle School's ranking?
Willowcreek Middle School is ranked #1396 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Willowcreek Middle School often compared to?
Willowcreek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Fegely 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 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Willowcreek Middle School?
1,030 students attend Willowcreek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Willowcreek Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willowcreek Middle School?
Willowcreek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Willowcreek Middle School offer ?
Willowcreek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Willowcreek Middle School part of?
Willowcreek Middle School is part of Portage Township Schools School District.
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