Serving 438 students in grades 5-8, Triton Central Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (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 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Triton Central Middle School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Triton Central Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Triton Central Middle School is 0.13, which is less 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
#683 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
93%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triton Central Middle School's ranking?
Triton Central Middle School is ranked #683 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Triton Central Middle School often compared to?
Triton Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Palestine Intermediate School, Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% 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 Triton Central Middle School?
438 students attend Triton Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Triton Central Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Triton Central Middle School?
Triton Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Triton Central Middle School offer ?
Triton Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Triton Central Middle School part of?
Triton Central Middle School is part of Northwestern Con School Corp School District.
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