Serving 80 students in grades 6-8, Carlisle 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Carlisle Middle School serves the southern part of Carlisle, IN, covering an area of approximately 132.6 square miles. Families in this zone typically drive 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carlisle Middle School's student population of 80 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Carlisle Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carlisle Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1104 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlisle Middle School's ranking?
Carlisle Middle School is ranked #1104 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Carlisle Middle School?
80 students attend Carlisle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Carlisle Middle School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carlisle Middle School?
Carlisle Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carlisle Middle School offer ?
Carlisle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carlisle Middle School part of?
Carlisle Middle School is part of Southwest School Corporation School District.
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