Serving 688 students in grades 7-8, Paul Hadley 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 35% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 688 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paul Hadley Middle School's student population of 688 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul Hadley 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 Paul Hadley 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
#944 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
3%
13%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul Hadley Middle School's ranking?
Paul Hadley Middle School is ranked #944 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Paul Hadley Middle School often compared to?
Paul Hadley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newby Memorial Elementary School, Decatur Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Paul Hadley Middle School?
688 students attend Paul Hadley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Paul Hadley Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul Hadley Middle School?
Paul Hadley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paul Hadley Middle School offer ?
Paul Hadley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Paul Hadley Middle School part of?
Paul Hadley Middle School is part of Mooresville Con School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 10/6/2012
i am a 8th grade student at phms and i thaink that it is a fair school.
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