Serving 668 students in grades 7-8, Paul Hadley Middle School 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 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paul Hadley Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Mooresville school district, encompassing approximately 59.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul Hadley Middle School's student population of 668 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
668 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Motto
Our Kids, Our Future
School Rankings
Paul Hadley Middle School 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 Paul Hadley Middle School is 0.22, 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
#964 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
88%
62%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pioneers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Hadley Middle School's ranking?
Paul Hadley Middle School is ranked #964 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Paul Hadley Middle School often compared to?
Paul Hadley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Decatur Middle School, Newby Memorial Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Paul Hadley Middle School?
668 students attend Paul Hadley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Paul Hadley Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paul Hadley Middle School?
Paul Hadley Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paul Hadley Middle School offer ?
Paul Hadley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul Hadley Middle School part of?
Paul Hadley Middle School is part of Mooresville Con School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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