Serving 1,237 students in grades 7-8, Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center 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 12% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,237 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center's student population of 1,237 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,237 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center 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 Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1552 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
25%
14%
Black
51%
13%
White
18%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center's ranking?
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center is ranked #1552 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center often compared to?
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Lynhurst 7th & 8th Grade Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center?
1,237 students attend Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center?
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center offer ?
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center part of?
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center is part of MSD Wayne Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center located?
Chapel Hill 7th & 8th Grade Center is located in the Chapel Hill And Ben Davis neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 7 other public schools located in Chapel Hill And Ben Davis.
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