Serving 474 students in grades 7-8, Lora L Batchelor 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 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lora L Batchelor Middle School's student population of 474 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
46 acres
School Mascot
Dawgs
School Rankings
Lora L Batchelor 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 Lora L Batchelor Middle School is 0.41, 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
#1008 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
5%
13%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dawgs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lora L Batchelor Middle School's ranking?
Lora L Batchelor Middle School is ranked #1008 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lora L Batchelor Middle School often compared to?
Lora L Batchelor Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Creek Middle School, Tri-north Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lora L Batchelor Middle School?
474 students attend Lora L Batchelor Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lora L Batchelor Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lora L Batchelor Middle School?
Lora L Batchelor Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lora L Batchelor Middle School offer ?
Lora L Batchelor Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lora L Batchelor Middle School part of?
Lora L Batchelor Middle School is part of Monroe County Community Sch Corp School District.
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