Serving 487 students in grades 5-8, South Vermillion 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 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Vermillion Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Vermillion Middle School's student population of 487 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
South Vermillion Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Vermillion Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1355 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Vermillion Middle School's ranking?
South Vermillion Middle School is ranked #1355 out of 1,763 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Vermillion Middle School?
487 students attend South Vermillion Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of South Vermillion 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 South Vermillion Middle School?
South Vermillion Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Vermillion Middle School offer ?
South Vermillion Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Vermillion Middle School part of?
South Vermillion Middle School is part of South Vermillion Com Sch Corp School District.
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