Serving 1,135 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 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center serves the southeast part of Indianapolis, covering an area of approximately 20.6 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of about 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center's student population of 1,135 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,135 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center 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 Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center is 0.69, 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
#1487 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center's ranking?
Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center is ranked #1487 out of 1,743 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?
1,135 students attend Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 6% 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 15:1, which is equal to 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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