Serving 118 students in grades 10-12, Gary Middle College West 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 was <50% (which was higher than the Indiana state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Indiana state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 was higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
81%
13%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)11-19%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gary Middle College West School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% IN state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gary Middle College West?
The graduation rate of Gary Middle College West is 11-19%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gary Middle College West?
118 students attend Gary Middle College West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Gary Middle College West students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gary Middle College West?
Gary Middle College West has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Gary Middle College West offer ?
Gary Middle College West offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gary Middle College West part of?
Gary Middle College West is part of Gary Middle College West School District.
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