Serving 434 students in grades 7-8, Beech Grove 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 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beech Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Beech Grove Middle School's student population of 434 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
434 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Beech Grove 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 Beech Grove Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1348 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
15%
Black
14%
13%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Beech Grove Middle School's ranking?
Beech Grove Middle School is ranked #1348 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Beech Grove Middle School?
434 students attend Beech Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Beech Grove Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beech Grove Middle School?
Beech Grove Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beech Grove Middle School offer ?
Beech Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Beech Grove Middle School part of?
Beech Grove Middle School is part of Beech Grove City Schools School District.
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