Serving 1,319 students in grades 7-8, Fall Creek Valley 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 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fall Creek Valley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Fall Creek Valley Middle School's student population of 1,319 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,319 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fall Creek Valley 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 Fall Creek Valley Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1453 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
31%
15%
Black
43%
13%
White
19%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fall Creek Valley Middle School's ranking?
Fall Creek Valley Middle School is ranked #1453 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Fall Creek Valley Middle School often compared to?
Fall Creek Valley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belzer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Fall Creek Valley Middle School?
1,319 students attend Fall Creek Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Fall Creek Valley Middle School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fall Creek Valley Middle School?
Fall Creek Valley Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fall Creek Valley Middle School offer ?
Fall Creek Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fall Creek Valley Middle School part of?
Fall Creek Valley Middle School is part of MSD Lawrence Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Fall Creek Valley Middle School located?
Fall Creek Valley Middle School is located in the Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 4 other public schools located in Lawrence Fort Ben Oaklandon.
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