Serving 222 students in grades 7-8, North Posey Junior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Posey Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Posey Junior High School's student population of 222 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
222 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Posey Junior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Posey Junior High School is 0.10, 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
#396 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 North Posey Junior High School's ranking?
North Posey Junior High School is ranked #396 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend North Posey Junior High School?
222 students attend North Posey Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of North Posey Junior High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Posey Junior High School?
North Posey Junior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Posey Junior High School offer ?
North Posey Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is North Posey Junior High School part of?
North Posey Junior High School is part of MSD North Posey Co Schools School District.
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