Best Middle Schools in Bloomington, IN

The city of Bloomington, Indiana is home to three middle schools: Tri-North Middle School, Jackson Creek Middle School, and Lora L Batchelor Middle School. These schools serve students in grades 6-8 and are part of the Monroe County Community School Corp.

Among the three schools, Jackson Creek Middle School stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking among the top 9-13 middle schools in the state over the past three years and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Tri-North Middle School and Lora L Batchelor Middle School have lower statewide rankings and 4-star and 3-star ratings, respectively.

The data reveals significant differences in academic performance, with Jackson Creek Middle School boasting significantly higher proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Math compared to the other two schools, as well as the Monroe County Community School Corp and Indiana state averages. Conversely, Lora L Batchelor Middle School has the lowest proficiency rates, lagging behind the district and state averages. Additionally, Jackson Creek Middle School has the highest per-student spending, which may contribute to its strong academic performance.