Serving 1,087 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Zionsville West Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,087 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zionsville West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Zionsville West Middle School's student population of 1,087 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,087 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zionsville West Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zionsville West Middle School is 0.46, 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
#177 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
5%
13%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Zionsville West Middle School's ranking?
Zionsville West Middle School is ranked #177 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Zionsville West Middle School often compared to?
Zionsville West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zionsville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Zionsville West Middle School?
1,087 students attend Zionsville West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Zionsville West Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zionsville West Middle School?
Zionsville West Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Zionsville West Middle School offer ?
Zionsville West Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Zionsville West Middle School part of?
Zionsville West Middle School is part of Zionsville Community Schools School District.
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