Serving 300 students in grades 7-8, Benjamin Rush Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Rush Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Benjamin Rush Middle School's student population of 300 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Rush Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Rush Middle School is 0.15, 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
#810 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Rush County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Rush Middle School's ranking?
Benjamin Rush Middle School is ranked #810 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Rush Middle School?
300 students attend Benjamin Rush Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Benjamin Rush Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Rush Middle School?
Benjamin Rush Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Benjamin Rush Middle School offer ?
Benjamin Rush Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Rush Middle School part of?
Benjamin Rush Middle School is part of Rush County Schools.
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