Serving 803 students in grades 6-8, East Central 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 41% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 803 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Central Middle School's student population of 803 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
803 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Central Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Central Middle School is 0.08, 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
#790 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
42%
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 East Central Middle School's ranking?
East Central Middle School is ranked #790 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are East Central Middle School often compared to?
East Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greendale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend East Central Middle School?
803 students attend East Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of East Central Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Central Middle School?
East Central Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Central Middle School offer ?
East Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Central Middle School part of?
East Central Middle School is part of Sunman-Dearborn Com Sch Corp School District.
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