Serving 426 students in grades 5-8, Triton Central 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 44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Triton Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Triton Central Middle School's student population of 426 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Triton Central 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 Triton Central Middle School is 0.19, 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
#573 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
90%
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
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Northwestern Con School Corp School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triton Central Middle School's ranking?
Triton Central Middle School is ranked #573 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Triton Central Middle School often compared to?
Triton Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lillie Idella Kitley Intermediate, New Palestine Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Triton Central Middle School?
426 students attend Triton Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Triton Central Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Triton Central Middle School?
Triton Central Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Triton Central Middle School offer ?
Triton Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Triton Central Middle School part of?
Triton Central Middle School is part of Northwestern Con School Corp School District.
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