Serving 248 students in grades 6-8, Austin 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 13% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Austin Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Austin Middle School's student population of 248 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Austin 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 Austin Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1537 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Austin Middle School's ranking?
Austin Middle School is ranked #1537 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Austin Middle School?
248 students attend Austin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Austin Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Austin Middle School?
Austin Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Austin Middle School offer ?
Austin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Austin Middle School part of?
Austin Middle School is part of Scott County School District 1.
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