Willowcreek Middle School

5962 Central Ave
Portage, IN 46368
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 931 students in grades 6-8, Willowcreek 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 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower 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 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 931 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50% in IN
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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

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School Overview

Willowcreek Middle School's student population of 931 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
931 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating, Empowering, and Inspiring Excellence

School Rankings

Willowcreek 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 Willowcreek Middle School is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (IN)
#1321 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
27%
39%
29%
41%
27%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
15%
Black
16%
13%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Willowcreek Middle School's ranking?
Willowcreek Middle School is ranked #1321 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Willowcreek Middle School often compared to?
Willowcreek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Fegely Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Willowcreek Middle School?
931 students attend Willowcreek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Willowcreek Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willowcreek Middle School?
Willowcreek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Willowcreek Middle School offer ?
Willowcreek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willowcreek Middle School part of?
Willowcreek Middle School is part of Portage Township Schools School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 931 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 27% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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