Serving 1,047 students in grades 6-8, Carmel Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,047 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Carmel Middle School serves a central area in Carmel, IN, covering approximately 18 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carmel Middle School's student population of 1,047 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,047 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Motto
'Together We Achieve'
School Rankings
Carmel Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel Middle School is 0.51, 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
#228 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel Middle School's ranking?
Carmel Middle School is ranked #228 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Carmel Middle School often compared to?
Carmel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creekside Middle School, Clay Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Carmel Middle School?
1,047 students attend Carmel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Carmel Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Carmel Middle School?
Carmel Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Carmel Middle School offer ?
Carmel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmel Middle School part of?
Carmel Middle School is part of Carmel Clay Schools.
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