Serving 667 students in grades 6-8, New Prairie 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 46% (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 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Prairie Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Prairie Middle School's student population of 667 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
667 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Prairie 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 New Prairie Middle School is 0.30, 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
#566 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Hispanic
11%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
83%
62%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Prairie Middle School's ranking?
New Prairie Middle School is ranked #566 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% 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 New Prairie Middle School?
667 students attend New Prairie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of New Prairie Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Prairie Middle School?
New Prairie Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Prairie Middle School offer ?
New Prairie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is New Prairie Middle School part of?
New Prairie Middle School is part of New Prairie United School Corp School District.
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