Serving 971 students in grades 5-8, Kahler Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 971 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kahler Middle School serves the west part of its school district in Dyer, IN, covering an area of approximately 11 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kahler Middle School's student population of 971 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
971 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Kahler Middle 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 Kahler Middle School is 0.58, which is more 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
#760 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
27%
15%
Black
8%
14%
White
59%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kahler Middle School's ranking?
Kahler Middle School is ranked #760 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Kahler Middle School often compared to?
Kahler Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Michael Grimmer Middle School, Hal E Clark Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Kahler Middle School?
971 students attend Kahler Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Kahler Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kahler Middle School?
Kahler Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Kahler Middle School offer ?
Kahler Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kahler Middle School part of?
Kahler Middle School is part of Lake Central School Corporation School District.
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