For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 2,005 students in Bloomington, IN. The top ranked public middle schools in Bloomington, IN are Jackson Creek Middle School, The Bloomington Project School and Tri-north Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bloomington, IN public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Bloomington have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Bloomington, IN (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jackson Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3980 S Sare Rd
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-2451
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 330-2451
Grades: 7-8
| 524 students
Rank: #22.
The Bloomington Project School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
349 S Walnut St
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 558-0041
Bloomington, IN 47401
(812) 558-0041
Grades: K-8
| 330 students
Rank: #33.
Tri-north Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 W 15th St
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 330-7745
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 330-7745
Grades: 7-8
| 574 students
Rank: #44.
Lora L Batchelor Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 Gordon Pike
Bloomington, IN 47403
(812) 330-7763
Bloomington, IN 47403
(812) 330-7763
Grades: 7-8
| 477 students
Rank: #55.
Bloomington Graduation School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
705 W Coolidge Dr
Bloomington, IN 47403
(812) 330-7708
Bloomington, IN 47403
(812) 330-7708
Grades: 7-12
| 100 students
Rank: n/an/a
Hoosier Hills Career Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
3070 Prow Road
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 330-7730
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 330-7730
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Bloomington, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Aurora Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
524 North Fairview St
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 330-7837
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 330-7837
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1500 N Packinghouse Rd
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 334-0582
Bloomington, IN 47404
(812) 334-0582
Grades: 8-12
| 25 students
750 E Kirkwood Avenue
Bloomington, IN 47405
(800) 334-1011
Bloomington, IN 47405
(800) 334-1011
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Bloomington, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in Bloomington, IN include Jackson Creek Middle School, The Bloomington Project School and Tri-north Middle School. Bloomington has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Indiana.
How many public middle schools are located in Bloomington?
6 public middle schools are located in Bloomington.
What is the racial composition of students in Bloomington?
Bloomington public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Bloomington are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Bloomington include: Tri-north Middle School vs. Jackson Creek Middle School, Jackson Creek Middle School vs. Tri-north Middle School, Lora L Batchelor Middle School vs. Jackson Creek Middle School
Recent Articles
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
Bribing Students to Get Good Grades: The Debate
This piece explores the controversial practice of offering monetary rewards to students for good grades. It examines studies conducted in various cities, discussing the effectiveness of such programs and the ethical concerns they raise. The article presents arguments from both supporters and critics of this approach to student motivation.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.