Harold C Urey Middle School

407 Washington St
Walkerton, IN 46574
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 306 students in grades 7-8, Harold C Urey Middle School ranks in the top 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 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 306 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50% in IN
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Harold C Urey Middle School's student population of 306 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

School Rankings

Harold C Urey Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harold C Urey Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#846 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
34%
38%
46%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
13%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.24
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harold C Urey Middle School's ranking?
Harold C Urey Middle School is ranked #846 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Harold C Urey Middle School?
306 students attend Harold C Urey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Harold C Urey Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harold C Urey Middle School?
Harold C Urey Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Harold C Urey Middle School offer ?
Harold C Urey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harold C Urey Middle School part of?
Harold C Urey Middle School is part of John Glenn School Corporation School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 306 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 13%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 46% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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