Serving 395 students in grades 6-8, Southmont Jr High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southmont Jr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Southmont Jr High School's student population of 395 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Southmont Jr High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southmont Jr High School is 0.17, which is less 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
#328 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Southmont Jr High School's ranking?
Southmont Jr High School is ranked #328 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Southmont Jr High School often compared to?
Southmont Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crawfordsville Middle School, North Montgomery Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Southmont Jr High School?
395 students attend Southmont Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Southmont Jr High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southmont Jr High School?
Southmont Jr High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southmont Jr High School offer ?
Southmont Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southmont Jr High School part of?
Southmont Jr High School is part of South Montgomery Community School Corporation School District.
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