Westlane Middle School

1301 W 73rd St
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 714 students in grades 6-8, Westlane 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 16% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 82% 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: 714 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Bottom 50% in IN
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Westlane Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

School Overview

Westlane Middle School's student population of 714 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers

School Rankings

Westlane 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 Westlane Middle School is 0.70, 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.
This School
State Level (IN)
#1455 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
16%
38%
28%
41%
26%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
44%
13%
White
18%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.70
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westlane Middle School's ranking?
Westlane Middle School is ranked #1455 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Westlane Middle School often compared to?
Westlane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northview Middle School, Guion Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Westlane Middle School?
714 students attend Westlane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Westlane Middle School students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westlane Middle School?
Westlane Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westlane Middle School offer ?
Westlane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westlane Middle School part of?
Westlane Middle School is part of MSD Washington Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Westlane Middle School located?
Westlane Middle School is located in the Washington Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 8 other public schools located in Washington Township.

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5   12/11/2012
Im trying to find a teacher named Mr Keel who taught social studies.Please e-mail if you know how to locate.Thank you for your time Lisa
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 714 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 16% (Btm 50%)
  • : 28% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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