Serving 383 students in grades 6-8, Pike Central 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 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pike Central Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Petersburg, IN, encompassing approximately 341.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pike Central Middle School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
School Rankings
Pike Central 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 Pike Central Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1262 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
White
95%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Pike Central Middle School's ranking?
Pike Central Middle School is ranked #1262 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Pike Central Middle School often compared to?
Pike Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jasper Middle School, Pike Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Pike Central Middle School?
383 students attend Pike Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pike Central Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pike Central Middle School?
Pike Central Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pike Central Middle School offer ?
Pike Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pike Central Middle School part of?
Pike Central Middle School is part of Pike County School Corp School District.
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