For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 1,725 students in Kokomo, IN.
The top ranked public middle schools in Kokomo, IN are Northwestern Middle School, Central Middle School and Bon Air Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kokomo, IN public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Kokomo have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Kokomo, IN (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3431 N 400 W
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2323
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-2323
Grades: 7-8
| 294 students
Rank: #22.
Central Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
303 E Superior
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7000
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7000
Grades: 6-8
| 432 students
Rank: #33.
Bon Air Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2796 Apperson Way N
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7025
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7025
Grades: 6-8
| 208 students
Rank: #44.
Taylor Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3794 E Cr 300 S
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-5186
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-5186
Grades: 5-8
| 372 students
Rank: #55.
Maple Crest Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2727 S Washington
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8085
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8085
Grades: 6-8
| 419 students
Rank: n/an/a
Kokomo Area Career Center
Vocational School
2415 S Berkley Rd
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8021
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 455-8021
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Kokomo, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1234 N Courtland
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7040
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7040
Grades: K-5
| 177 students
900 S Goyer Rd
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 454-7045
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 454-7045
Grades: K-5
| 269 students
923 North Korby St
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7065
Kokomo, IN 46901
(765) 454-7065
Grades: 8
| 106 students
3700 East 300 South
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 453-1500
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 453-1500
Grades: 4-5
| 177 students
1500 South Washington St
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 454-7100
Kokomo, IN 46902
(765) 454-7100
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Kokomo, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in Kokomo, IN include Northwestern Middle School, Central Middle School and Bon Air Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Kokomo?
6 public middle schools are located in Kokomo.
What is the racial composition of students in Kokomo?
Kokomo public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Kokomo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Kokomo include: Maple Crest Middle School vs. Central Middle School, Central Middle School vs. Maple Crest Middle School, Taylor Middle School vs. Northwestern Middle School
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