Serving 305 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 55% (which is higher 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 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jimtown Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elkhart, IN, covering approximately 15 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 3.5 miles to the furthest point.
- 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:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Jimtown Junior High School's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jimtown Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jimtown Junior High School is 0.45, 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
#627 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
72%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #627 out of 1,743 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 Concord Junior High School, Northridge Middle School, West Side Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% 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 Jimtown Junior High School?
305 students attend Jimtown Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Jimtown Junior High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 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 19:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jimtown Junior High School part of?
Jimtown Junior High School is part of Baugo Community Schools.
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