Serving 394 students in grades 6-8, River Forest 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 10% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River Forest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
River Forest Middle School's student population of 394 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
394 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
River Forest Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River Forest Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1515 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
47%
14%
Black
9%
13%
White
35%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River Forest Middle School's ranking?
River Forest Middle School is ranked #1515 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend River Forest Middle School?
394 students attend River Forest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of River Forest Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of River Forest Middle School?
River Forest Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does River Forest Middle School offer ?
River Forest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is River Forest Middle School part of?
River Forest Middle School is part of River Forest Community Sch Corp School District.
School Reviews
2 9/2/2022
I love this school. The diversity is immaculate. The teachers try their best, and I excelled in all my classes. Middle school is the best.
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