Serving 682 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson 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 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 44% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 682 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson Middle School's student population of 682 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
682 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson 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 Jefferson Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1310 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
16%
13%
White
56%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson Middle School is ranked #1310 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jefferson Middle School often compared to?
Jefferson Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leo Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Middle School?
682 students attend Jefferson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Jefferson Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Middle School?
Jefferson Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson Middle School offer ?
Jefferson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Jefferson Middle School part of?
Jefferson Middle School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
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