Serving 306 students in grades 6-8, Eastern Hancock Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 306 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastern Hancock Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Eastern Hancock Middle School's student population of 306 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
306 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastern Hancock Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eastern Hancock Middle School is 0.08, 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
#659 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastern Hancock Middle School's ranking?
Eastern Hancock Middle School is ranked #659 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Eastern Hancock Middle School often compared to?
Eastern Hancock Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tri Junior-senior High School, North Decatur Jr-sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Eastern Hancock Middle School?
306 students attend Eastern Hancock Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Eastern Hancock Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastern Hancock Middle School?
Eastern Hancock Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eastern Hancock Middle School offer ?
Eastern Hancock Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Eastern Hancock Middle School part of?
Eastern Hancock Middle School is part of Eastern Hancock Co Com Sch Corp School District.
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