Pike Central Middle School

1814 E Sr 56
Petersburg, IN 47567
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3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 375 students in grades 6-8, Pike Central 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 25% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 375 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Bottom 50% in IN
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Pike Central Middle School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
375 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor

School Rankings

Pike Central 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 Pike Central Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#1262 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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25%
39%
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36%
41%
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30-34%
34%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
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American Indian
1%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
1%
15%
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Black
n/a
13%
White
95%
63%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.10
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Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
43%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pike Central Middle School's ranking?
Pike Central Middle School is ranked #1262 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Pike Central Middle School?
375 students attend Pike Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pike Central Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pike Central Middle School?
Pike Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pike Central Middle School offer ?
Pike Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pike Central Middle School part of?
Pike Central Middle School is part of Pike County School Corporation School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 375 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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