For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 1,768 students in Kokomo, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Kokomo, IN are Northwestern Middle School, Central Middle School and Bon Air Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kokomo, IN public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Kokomo have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Kokomo, IN (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3431 N 400 W
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2323
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2323
Gr: 7-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
303 E Superior
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7000
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Bon Air Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2796 Apperson Way N
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7025
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7025
Gr: 6-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Taylor Middle School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3794 E Cr 300 S
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-5186
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-5186
Gr: 5-8 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Maple Crest Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2727 S Washington
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8085
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8085
Gr: 6-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Kokomo Area Career Center
Vocational School
2415 S Berkley Rd
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8021
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8021
Gr: 6-12
Kokomo, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1234 N Courtland
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7040
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7040
Gr: K-5 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
900 S Goyer Rd
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 454-7045
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 454-7045
Gr: K-5 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
923 North Korby St
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7065
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7065
Gr: 8 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
3700 East 300 South
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 453-1500
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 453-1500
Gr: 4-5 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
1500 South Washington St
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 454-7100
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 454-7100
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Kokomo, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Kokomo, IN include Northwestern Middle School, Central Middle School and Bon Air Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Kokomo?
6 public middle schools are located in Kokomo.
What is the racial composition of students in Kokomo?
Kokomo public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public middle schools in Kokomo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Kokomo include: Maple Crest Middle School vs. Central Middle School, Central Middle School vs. Maple Crest Middle School, Taylor Middle School vs. Northwestern Middle School
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