Serving 289 students in grades 7-8, Jimtown Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jimtown Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Jimtown Junior High School's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jimtown Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jimtown Junior High School is 0.39, which is less 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
#646 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
77%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jimtown Junior High School's ranking?
Jimtown Junior High School is ranked #646 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jimtown Junior High School often compared to?
Jimtown Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northridge Middle School, Concord Junior High School, West Side Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Jimtown Junior High School?
289 students attend Jimtown Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Jimtown Junior High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jimtown Junior High School?
Jimtown Junior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jimtown Junior High School offer ?
Jimtown Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Jimtown Junior High School part of?
Jimtown Junior High School is part of Baugo Community Schools School District.
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