Serving 312 students in grades 7-8, Northwestern Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northwestern Middle School's student population of 312 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northwestern Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Middle School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#646 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
14%
Black
3%
13%
White
87%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Middle School's ranking?
Northwestern Middle School is ranked #646 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Northwestern Middle School often compared to?
Northwestern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastern Middle School, Western High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Northwestern Middle School?
312 students attend Northwestern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Northwestern Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northwestern Middle School?
Northwestern Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northwestern Middle School offer ?
Northwestern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Northwestern Middle School part of?
Northwestern Middle School is part of Northwestern School Corp School District.
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