For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 677 students in 47304, IN.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 47304, IN are Youth Opportunity Center and Northside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 47304 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Indiana public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 47304, IN have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle school average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 47304, IN Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Youth Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 W Kilgore Ave
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5223
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5223
Gr: K-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Northside Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2400 W Bethel Ave
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5290
Muncie, IN 47304
(765) 747-5290
Gr: 6-8 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 47304, IN?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 47304, IN include Youth Opportunity Center and Northside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 47304?
2 public middle schools are located in 47304.
What is the racial composition of students in 47304?
47304 public middle schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Indiana public middle schools average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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