Serving 509 students in grades 6-8, H. L. Harshman 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 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (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 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: H L Harshman Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Indianapolis, IN, encompassing approximately 79.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 5.7 miles and the furthest edge located 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
H. L. Harshman Middle School's student population of 509 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
509 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
H. L. Harshman 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 H. L. Harshman Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1560 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
45%
15%
Black
16%
14%
White
32%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.2%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H. L. Harshman Middle School's ranking?
H. L. Harshman Middle School is ranked #1560 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are H. L. Harshman Middle School often compared to?
H. L. Harshman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwest Middle School - An Ib World School, Fredrick Douglas School 19 - An Exploratory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend H. L. Harshman Middle School?
509 students attend H. L. Harshman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of H. L. Harshman Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H. L. Harshman Middle School?
H. L. Harshman Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does H. L. Harshman Middle School offer ?
H. L. Harshman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is H. L. Harshman Middle School part of?
H. L. Harshman Middle School is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is H. L. Harshman Middle School located?
H. L. Harshman Middle School is located in the Near Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 6 other public schools located in Near Eastside.
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