Serving 301 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 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harold C Urey Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Walkerton, IN, covering approximately 125.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 6.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 10.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harold C Urey Middle School's student population of 301 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Harold C Urey 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 Harold C Urey Middle School is 0.21, 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
#839 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
89%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harold C Urey Middle School's ranking?
Harold C Urey Middle School is ranked #839 out of 1,743 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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?
301 students attend Harold C Urey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Harold C Urey Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% 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 14:1, which is lower than 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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