Serving 537 students in grades 7-8, Edgewood 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 55% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Edgewood Middle School's student population of 537 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edgewood 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 Edgewood Middle School is 0.42, which is less 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
#435 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
14%
Black
2%
13%
White
74%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edgewood Middle School's ranking?
Edgewood Middle School is ranked #435 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 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Edgewood Middle School?
537 students attend Edgewood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Edgewood Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edgewood Middle School?
Edgewood Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Edgewood Middle School offer ?
Edgewood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Edgewood Middle School part of?
Edgewood Middle School is part of Warsaw Community Schools School District.
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