Serving 390 students in grades 6-8, West Vigo 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 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 4% 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: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Vigo Middle School serves the northwest part of West Terre Haute, IN, covering an area of approximately 85.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Vigo Middle School's student population of 390 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Vigo 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 West Vigo 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
#1431 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, White, Black
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Vigo Middle School's ranking?
West Vigo Middle School is ranked #1431 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are West Vigo Middle School often compared to?
West Vigo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honey Creek Middle School 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 39% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend West Vigo Middle School?
390 students attend West Vigo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Vigo Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Vigo Middle School?
West Vigo Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Vigo Middle School offer ?
West Vigo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Vigo Middle School part of?
West Vigo Middle School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school is one of the top in our county for the band, choir, visual arts, and technology for students. This is the reason I chose this school for my children. The teachers do go above and beyond and I' 've seen a massive improvement in my child's mental health since starting here. Thank you, everyone.
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