Serving 611 students in grades 6-8, Memorial Park 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 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 611 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Memorial Park Middle School's student population of 611 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
611 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Memorial Park Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Memorial Park Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1102 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
22%
15%
Black
30%
13%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Memorial Park Middle School's ranking?
Memorial Park Middle School is ranked #1102 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Memorial Park Middle School often compared to?
Memorial Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shawnee Middle School, Jeff H Towles Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Memorial Park Middle School?
611 students attend Memorial Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Memorial Park Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Memorial Park Middle School?
Memorial Park Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Memorial Park Middle School offer ?
Memorial Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Memorial Park Middle School part of?
Memorial Park Middle School is part of Fort Wayne Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Memorial Park Middle School located?
Memorial Park Middle School is located in the Memorial Park neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
School Reviews
5 10/31/2011
I was a student of memorial park from 6 thru 8th grade. This was absolutely the best school I have ever attended! Memorial park changed my life and my outlook on the world.
5 10/19/2010
Great school. I'm and 8th grader! I love it! All of the teachers are great, and they really do help you!
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