Serving 383 students in grades 6-8, Greencastle 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 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greencastle Middle School's student population of 383 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Greencastle 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 Greencastle Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1100 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
88%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Greencastle Community School Corp School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greencastle Middle School's ranking?
Greencastle Middle School is ranked #1100 out of 1,743 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Greencastle Middle School?
383 students attend Greencastle Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Greencastle Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greencastle Middle School?
Greencastle Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Greencastle Middle School offer ?
Greencastle Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Greencastle Middle School part of?
Greencastle Middle School is part of Greencastle Community School Corp School District.
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