Serving 549 students in grades 7-8, H L Harshman 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 9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
H L Harshman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
H L Harshman Middle School's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
H L Harshman 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 H L Harshman Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1568 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
61%
14%
Black
32%
13%
White
4%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H L Harshman Middle School's ranking?
H L Harshman Middle School is ranked #1568 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are H L Harshman Middle School often compared to?
H L Harshman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick Douglass School 19, Northwest Community Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend H L Harshman Middle School?
549 students attend H L Harshman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of H L Harshman Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of H L Harshman Middle School?
H L Harshman Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does H L Harshman Middle School offer ?
H L Harshman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is H L Harshman Middle School part of?
H L Harshman Middle School is part of Indianapolis School District.
In what neighborhood is H L Harshman Middle School located?
H L Harshman Middle School is located in the Near Eastside neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 6 other public schools located in Near Eastside.
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