Serving 362 students in grades 6-8, Washington 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 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Washington Middle School's student population of 362 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Washington 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 Washington Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1410 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
27%
13%
White
43%
63%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Middle School's ranking?
Washington Middle School is ranked #1410 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Washington Middle School often compared to?
Washington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Helfrich Park Stem Academy, Plaza Park International Prep Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Washington Middle School?
362 students attend Washington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Washington Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Middle School?
Washington Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Washington Middle School offer ?
Washington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Middle School part of?
Washington Middle School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Washington Middle School located?
Washington Middle School is located in the Presidents neighborhood of Evansville, IN.
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