Serving 581 students in grades 6-8, Western 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 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Western Middle School's student population of 581 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
To Educate and Inspire Today's Students for Tomorrow's Opportunities
School Rankings
Western 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 Western Middle School is 0.29, 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
#452 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
4%
13%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Western Middle School's ranking?
Western Middle School is ranked #452 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Western Middle School?
581 students attend Western Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Western Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Middle School?
Western Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Western Middle School offer ?
Western Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Middle School part of?
Western Middle School is part of Western School Corporation School District.
School Reviews
5 3/9/2022
The teachers are very nice and they give you a good experience. The choir is fun so are the other activities like gym, FACS, art, and more. Without this school, I would get nowhere. I would recommend this school. Most of the kids are kind and anyone would be able to fit in well.
1 7/6/2020
The food Removed, the teacher are rude, they secretly hate us. Even our principal quit.
5 3/27/2020
I think it's very fun and the teachers are very nice. The food is good and it an overall great experience. I recommend sending your child or children here.
5 3/21/2020
The academics are great. The teachers are really good. They have plenty of sports to play. The art and music is fun.
5 1/28/2020
I don't know where I would be without this amazing school.
1 4/6/2019
The bullies at this school are out of control. They barely do anything about them.
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