Serving 497 students in grades 6-8, Batesville Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Batesville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Batesville Middle School's student population of 497 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
497 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Batesville Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Batesville Middle School is 0.17, 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
#384 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%

Hispanic
4%
15%

Black
n/a
13%
White
91%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Batesville Middle School's ranking?
Batesville Middle School is ranked #384 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Batesville Middle School?
497 students attend Batesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Batesville Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Batesville Middle School?
Batesville Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Batesville Middle School offer ?
Batesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Batesville Middle School part of?
Batesville Middle School is part of Batesville Community School Corp School District.
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