Serving 1,134 students in grades 7-8, Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center 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 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center's student population of 1,134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1475 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)16%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
15%
Black
26%
13%
White
26%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center's ranking?
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center is ranked #1475 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center often compared to?
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center?
1,134 students attend Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 26% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center?
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center offer ?
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center part of?
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center located?
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center is located in the Mars Hill neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Mars Hill.
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