Serving 709 students in grades 7-8, John J Young 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 17% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: John J Young Middle School's attendance zone in Mishawaka, IN, covers an area of approximately 9 square miles and spans the entire school district, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 1.7 miles, reaching a maximum of 4.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
John J Young Middle School's student population of 709 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
709 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
John J Young 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 John J Young Middle School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1462 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
16%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
62%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
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)53.5%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 John J Young Middle School's ranking?
John J Young Middle School is ranked #1462 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are John J Young Middle School often compared to?
John J Young Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Schmucker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend John J Young Middle School?
709 students attend John J Young Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of John J Young Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John J Young Middle School?
John J Young Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does John J Young Middle School offer ?
John J Young Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John J Young Middle School part of?
John J Young Middle School is part of School City Of Mishawaka School District.
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