Summary:
Zip code 46979 is home to one public middle school, Western Middle School, which serves grades 6-8 with an enrollment of 581 students. This school is part of the Western School Corporation, a district recognized for its strong performance, ranking 69th out of 380 districts in Indiana and holding a 4-star rating.
Western Middle School demonstrates consistent academic strength, reflected in its 4-star SchoolDigger rating and its statewide ranking among the top 15% of Indiana middle schools. The school excels in English Language Arts (ELA), with proficiency rates in 7th and 8th grades significantly exceeding state averages. For instance, in the 2023-2024 school year, 8th graders achieved a 50.52% proficiency in ELA, well above the Indiana average. While overall math proficiency is slightly below the district average, Western Middle School still outperforms state averages across all grade levels in mathematics, particularly in 8th grade where proficiency was 46.88% in 2023-2024. Science performance is also strong, with 6th-grade science proficiency above the state average and overall science proficiency slightly exceeding the district average.
Key factors contributing to the school's positive performance include a favorable student-teacher ratio of 15:1 and a spending per student of $9,256, indicating good resource allocation. The school serves a diverse student body, with 40.96% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, highlighting its commitment to supporting students from various socioeconomic backgrounds. A notable area for attention is the chronic absenteeism rate of 17.8% in 2023-2024, which could impact student learning. Overall, Western Middle School is a high-performing institution within a well-regarded district, offering a solid educational environment for its students.
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