Serving 1,143 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,143 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- 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
School Overview
Carmel Middle School's student population of 1,143 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carmel Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel Middle School is 0.47, 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
#350 out of 1755 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
5%
13%
White
72%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #350 out of 1,755 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 Clay Middle School, Creekside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Carmel Middle School?
1,143 students attend Carmel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Carmel Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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
What school district is Carmel Middle School part of?
Carmel Middle School is part of Carmel Clay Schools School District.
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