Serving 814 students in grades 5-8, Michael Grimmer 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 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Michael Grimmer Middle School serves the northeast part of Schererville, IN, covering an attendance area of approximately 12.2 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael Grimmer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Michael Grimmer Middle School's student population of 814 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
814 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we grow
School Rankings
Michael Grimmer 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 Michael Grimmer Middle School is 0.62, 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
#693 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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)22%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michael Grimmer Middle School's ranking?
Michael Grimmer Middle School is ranked #693 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Michael Grimmer Middle School often compared to?
Michael Grimmer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hal E Clark Middle School, Kahler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Michael Grimmer Middle School?
814 students attend Michael Grimmer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Michael Grimmer Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michael Grimmer Middle School?
Michael Grimmer Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Michael Grimmer Middle School offer ?
Michael Grimmer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Michael Grimmer Middle School part of?
Michael Grimmer Middle School is part of Lake Central School Corporation School District.
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