Serving 572 students in grades 7-8, Jennings County 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 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 572 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jennings County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in North Vernon, IN, covering an area of approximately 378.3 square miles. Families may expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 17.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jennings County Middle School's student population of 572 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
572 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Motto
Do Right. Say Right. Act Right. Live the Panther Way!
School Rankings
Jennings County 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 Jennings County Middle School is 0.25, 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
#1142 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
86%
62%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.2%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jennings County Middle School's ranking?
Jennings County Middle School is ranked #1142 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?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jennings County Middle School?
572 students attend Jennings County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Jennings County Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jennings County Middle School?
Jennings County Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jennings County Middle School offer ?
Jennings County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jennings County Middle School part of?
Jennings County Middle School is part of Jennings County School Corporation School District.
School Reviews
Review Jennings County Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When Your Child Gets a Teacher You Didn't Request
Learn what parents can do when a child is assigned to an unexpected teacher, including when to wait, communicate, document concerns, request support, and seek reassignment appropriately.
Before Accepting a Public School Seat: 15 Checks
Before accepting a public school seat, parents should verify enrollment terms, transportation, staffing, academics, safety, support services, schedules, attendance rules, extracurriculars, costs, and long-term placement details carefully.
Will This Public School Offer the Same Programs Next Year?
Learn how parents can determine whether public school programs will continue next year by checking budgets, enrollment, staffing, board documents, grants, course schedules, and district priorities before enrolling.
