Serving 693 students in grades 6-8, Lane 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 10% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (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 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lane Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lane Middle School's student population of 693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
693 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lane 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 Lane Middle School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1622 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
3%

Hispanic
25%
15%

Black
32%
13%

White
24%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
43%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lane Middle School's ranking?
Lane Middle School is ranked #1622 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Lane Middle School often compared to?
Lane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackhawk Middle School, Lakeside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Lane Middle School?
693 students attend Lane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Lane Middle School students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lane Middle School?
Lane Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lane Middle School offer ?
Lane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lane Middle School part of?
Lane Middle School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Lane Middle School located?
Lane Middle School is located in the New Glenwood neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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