Serving 418 students in grades 5-8, East Washington Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Washington Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Pekin, IN school district, encompassing approximately 141.5 square miles. The typical drive within the zone to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Washington Middle School's student population of 418 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
418 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Washington 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 East Washington Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1025 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Musketeers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Washington Middle School's ranking?
East Washington Middle School is ranked #1025 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are East Washington Middle School often compared to?
East Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salem Middle School, West Washington Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend East Washington Middle School?
418 students attend East Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of East Washington Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Washington Middle School?
East Washington Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Washington Middle School offer ?
East Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Washington Middle School part of?
East Washington Middle School is part of East Washington School Corp School District.
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