Serving 630 students in grades 6-8, Northside 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 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northside Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Northside Middle School's student population of 630 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northside 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 Northside Middle School is 0.65, 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
#1368 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
21%
14%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Muncie Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northside Middle School's ranking?
Northside Middle School is ranked #1368 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Northside Middle School often compared to?
Northside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Delta Middle School, Yorktown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Northside Middle School?
630 students attend Northside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Northside Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northside Middle School?
Northside Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northside Middle School offer ?
Northside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northside Middle School part of?
Northside Middle School is part of Muncie Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Northside Middle School located?
Northside Middle School is located in the Anthony neighborhood of Muncie, IN.
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