Serving 1,105 students in grades 6-8, Mt Vernon 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 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,105 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mt Vernon Middle School's student population of 1,105 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Hard Work Makes Goals Achievable
School Mascot
Marauders
School Rankings
Mt Vernon 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 Mt Vernon Middle School is 0.49, 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
#601 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
13%
13%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Marauders
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Vernon Middle School's ranking?
Mt Vernon Middle School is ranked #601 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Mt Vernon Middle School often compared to?
Mt Vernon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Palestine Jr High School, Greenfield Central Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Mt Vernon Middle School?
1,105 students attend Mt Vernon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mt Vernon Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt Vernon Middle School?
Mt Vernon Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mt Vernon Middle School offer ?
Mt Vernon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Vernon Middle School part of?
Mt Vernon Middle School is part of MT Vernon Community School Corp School District.
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