Serving 949 students in grades 6-8, Willowcreek 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 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority 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: 949 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willowcreek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Willowcreek Middle School's student population of 949 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
949 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willowcreek 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 Willowcreek 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
#1362 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
14%
Black
16%
13%
White
51%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
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 Willowcreek Middle School's ranking?
Willowcreek Middle School is ranked #1362 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Willowcreek Middle School often compared to?
Willowcreek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like William Fegely Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Willowcreek Middle School?
949 students attend Willowcreek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Willowcreek Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willowcreek Middle School?
Willowcreek Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Willowcreek Middle School offer ?
Willowcreek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Willowcreek Middle School part of?
Willowcreek Middle School is part of Portage Township Schools School District.
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