Serving 392 students in grades 6-8, Sarah Scott 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 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sarah Scott Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sarah Scott Middle School's student population of 392 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Sarah Scott 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 Sarah Scott Middle School is 0.58, which is more 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
#1562 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
18%
13%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Sarah Scott Middle School's ranking?
Sarah Scott Middle School is ranked #1562 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Sarah Scott Middle School often compared to?
Sarah Scott Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honey Creek Middle School, Farrington Grove Elementary School, Terre Haute South Vigo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Sarah Scott Middle School?
392 students attend Sarah Scott Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Sarah Scott Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sarah Scott Middle School?
Sarah Scott Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sarah Scott Middle School offer ?
Sarah Scott Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sarah Scott Middle School part of?
Sarah Scott Middle School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Sarah Scott Middle School located?
Sarah Scott Middle School is located in the Lockport neighborhood of Terre Haute, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in Lockport.
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