Serving 600 students in grades 1-8, Jeff H Towles Intermediate 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 22% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School's student population of 600 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Follow the Child
School Rankings
Jeff H Towles Intermediate 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 Jeff H Towles Intermediate School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1324 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
20%
15%
Black
27%
14%
White
40%
62%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeff H Towles Intermediate School's ranking?
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School is ranked #1324 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Jeff H Towles Intermediate School often compared to?
Jeff H Towles Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Park Middle School, Shawnee Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Jeff H Towles Intermediate School?
600 students attend Jeff H Towles Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Jeff H Towles Intermediate School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeff H Towles Intermediate School?
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jeff H Towles Intermediate School offer ?
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 1-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeff H Towles Intermediate School part of?
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Jeff H Towles Intermediate School located?
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School is located in the Westchester neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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