Serving 605 students in grades 6-8, Northside 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 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Northside Middle School's student population of 605 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northside 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 Northside Middle School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1370 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
24%
13%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Middle School's ranking?
Northside Middle School is ranked #1370 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Northside Middle School often compared to?
Northside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delta Middle School, Yorktown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Northside Middle School?
605 students attend Northside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Northside Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northside Middle School?
Northside Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northside Middle School offer ?
Northside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Northside Middle School part of?
Northside Middle School is part of Muncie Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Northside Middle School located?
Northside Middle School is located in the Anthony neighborhood of Muncie, IN.
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