For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 332 students in 47978, IN.
The top ranked public middle school in 47978, IN is Rensselaer Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 47978 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 47978, IN have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 47978, IN Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rensselaer Central Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1106 Bomber Blvd
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-4661
Rensselaer, IN 47978
(219) 866-4661
Gr: 6-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 47978, IN?
The top ranked public middle schools in 47978, IN include Rensselaer Central Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 47978?
1 public middle schools are located in 47978.
What is the racial composition of students in 47978?
47978 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public middle schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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