Serving 667 students in grades 6-8, New Prairie 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 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: New Prairie Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in New Carlisle, IN, encompassing approximately 158.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Prairie Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Prairie Middle School's student population of 667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
New Prairie 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 New Prairie Middle School is 0.30, 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
#566 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
83%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Prairie Middle School's ranking?
New Prairie Middle School is ranked #566 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend New Prairie Middle School?
667 students attend New Prairie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of New Prairie Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Prairie Middle School?
New Prairie Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Prairie Middle School offer ?
New Prairie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Prairie Middle School part of?
New Prairie Middle School is part of New Prairie United School Corp School District.
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