Serving 433 students in grades 5-8, Wabash 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 23% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wabash Middle School's student population of 433 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wabash 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 Wabash Middle School is 0.20, 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
#1302 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
89%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Wabash City Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wabash Middle School's ranking?
Wabash Middle School is ranked #1302 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Wabash Middle School?
433 students attend Wabash Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wabash Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wabash Middle School?
Wabash Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wabash Middle School offer ?
Wabash Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wabash Middle School part of?
Wabash Middle School is part of Wabash City Schools.
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