Serving 622 students in grades 6-8, Shawnee 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 15% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shawnee Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Shawnee Middle School's student population of 622 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Belonging. Respect. Achievement. Valor. Effort.
School Rankings
Shawnee Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shawnee Middle School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1554 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
24%
15%
Black
22%
13%
White
37%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Shawnee Middle School's ranking?
Shawnee Middle School is ranked #1554 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Shawnee Middle School often compared to?
Shawnee Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Park Middle School, Jeff H Towles Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Shawnee Middle School?
622 students attend Shawnee Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Shawnee Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shawnee Middle School?
Shawnee Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shawnee Middle School offer ?
Shawnee Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shawnee Middle School part of?
Shawnee Middle School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
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