Serving 561 students in grades 6-8, Norwell Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norwell Middle School's student population of 561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ready for what's next!
School Rankings
Norwell Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwell 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
#362 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Norwell Community Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwell Middle School's ranking?
Norwell Middle School is ranked #362 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Norwell Middle School often compared to?
Norwell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffton-harrison 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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Norwell Middle School?
561 students attend Norwell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Norwell Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwell Middle School?
Norwell Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Norwell Middle School offer ?
Norwell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwell Middle School part of?
Norwell Middle School is part of Norwell Community Schools.
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