Serving 353 students in grades 6-8, Sullivan Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 49% (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 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sullivan Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Sullivan, IN, encompassing approximately 251 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.7 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sullivan Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sullivan Middle School's student population of 353 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
353 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Sullivan Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sullivan Middle School is 0.08, 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
#507 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sullivan Middle School's ranking?
Sullivan Middle School is ranked #507 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% 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 Sullivan Middle School?
353 students attend Sullivan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sullivan Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sullivan Middle School?
Sullivan Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sullivan Middle School offer ?
Sullivan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sullivan Middle School part of?
Sullivan Middle School is part of Southwest School Corporation School District.
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