Serving 797 students in grades 6-8, Indian Springs 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 32% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Indian Springs Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Columbia City, IN, encompassing approximately 216.4 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Indian Springs Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Indian Springs Middle School's student population of 797 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
797 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Indian Springs 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 Indian Springs Middle School is 0.19, 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
#930 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
White
90%
62%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Indian Springs Middle School's ranking?
Indian Springs Middle School is ranked #930 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Indian Springs Middle School?
797 students attend Indian Springs Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Indian Springs Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Indian Springs Middle School?
Indian Springs Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Indian Springs Middle School offer ?
Indian Springs Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Indian Springs Middle School part of?
Indian Springs Middle School is part of Whitley County Con Schools.
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