Serving 681 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson 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 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson Middle School's student population of 681 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
681 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Middle School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1374 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
15%
13%
White
58%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson Middle School is ranked #1374 out of 1,755 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
681 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jefferson Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
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