Serving 818 students in grades 6-8, Summit 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 41% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 818 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Summit Middle School's student population of 818 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Summit 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 Summit Middle School is 0.34, 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
#609 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
4%
13%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Middle School's ranking?
Summit Middle School is ranked #609 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Summit Middle School often compared to?
Summit Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Summit Middle School?
818 students attend Summit Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Summit Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Middle School?
Summit Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Summit Middle School offer ?
Summit Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Summit Middle School part of?
Summit Middle School is part of MSD Southwest Allen County Schls School District.
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