Serving 293 students in grades 7-8, South Dearborn 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 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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South Dearborn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
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Attribute
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Student Attention
School Overview
South Dearborn Middle School's student population of 293 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Dearborn 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 South Dearborn Middle School is 0.06, 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
#942 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
97%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 South Dearborn Middle School's ranking?
South Dearborn Middle School is ranked #942 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Dearborn Middle School often compared to?
South Dearborn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greendale Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend South Dearborn Middle School?
293 students attend South Dearborn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of South Dearborn Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Dearborn Middle School?
South Dearborn Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Dearborn Middle School offer ?
South Dearborn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is South Dearborn Middle School part of?
South Dearborn Middle School is part of South Dearborn Community Sch Corp School District.
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