Serving 566 students in grades 6-8, William Fegely 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 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 566 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Fegely Middle School serves the southwest part of Portage, IN, encompassing an area of approximately 12.5 square miles. Families living within this zone can expect a typical drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being around 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Fegely Middle School's student population of 566 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
566 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
William Fegely 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 William Fegely Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1274 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Fegely Middle School's ranking?
William Fegely Middle School is ranked #1274 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are William Fegely Middle School often compared to?
William Fegely Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Willowcreek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend William Fegely Middle School?
566 students attend William Fegely Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of William Fegely Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Fegely Middle School?
William Fegely Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does William Fegely Middle School offer ?
William Fegely Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is William Fegely Middle School part of?
William Fegely Middle School is part of Portage Township Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Excellent staff, Quality academic programs along with sports music and art. Many extracurricular activities
4 10/10/2025
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