Serving 387 students in grades 6-8, Garrett 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 32% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 10% 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: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garrett Middle School's student population of 387 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
387 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Garrett 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 Garrett Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1198 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

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

Hispanic
5%
15%

Black
1%
13%

White
90%
63%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garrett Middle School's ranking?
Garrett Middle School is ranked #1198 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Garrett Middle School often compared to?
Garrett Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garrett High School, Leo Junior/senior High School, Blackhawk Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Garrett Middle School?
387 students attend Garrett Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Garrett Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Garrett Middle School?
Garrett Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Garrett Middle School offer ?
Garrett Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Garrett Middle School part of?
Garrett Middle School is part of Garrett-Keyser-Butler Com Sch Corp School District.
School Reviews
1 3/21/2020
This school is OK. There is a lot of bullying but it's a little good too.
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