Serving 822 students in grades 7-8, Central 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 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to 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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 822 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Middle School's student population of 822 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
822 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1906
School Motto
Home of the Chargers!
School Rankings
Central 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 Central Middle School is 0.52, which is less 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
#1056 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
3%
13%
White
67%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Central Middle School's ranking?
Central Middle School is ranked #1056 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Central Middle School often compared to?
Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Central Middle School?
822 students attend Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Central Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Middle School?
Central Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Central Middle School offer ?
Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Middle School part of?
Central Middle School is part of Bartholomew Con School Corp School District.
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