For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 759 students in Waterloo, IN.
The top-ranked public middle school in Waterloo, IN is Dekalb Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterloo, IN public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Waterloo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Waterloo, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dekalb Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3338 Cr 427
Waterloo, IN 46793
(260) 920-1013
Waterloo, IN 46793
(260) 920-1013
Gr: 6-8 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Waterloo, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Waterloo, IN include Dekalb Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Waterloo?
1 public middle schools are located in Waterloo.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterloo?
Waterloo public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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