Serving 400 students in grades 6-8, Navarre 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 2% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Navarre Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Navarre Middle School's student population of 400 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 117% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 4, 2026
School Rankings
Navarre 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 Navarre Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1743 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
15%
Black
39%
13%
White
6%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Navarre Middle School's ranking?
Navarre Middle School is ranked #1743 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 4% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Navarre Middle School?
400 students attend Navarre Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Navarre Middle School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Navarre Middle School?
Navarre Middle School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Navarre Middle School offer ?
Navarre Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Navarre Middle School part of?
Navarre Middle School is part of South Bend Community School Corporation School District.
School Reviews
5 3/14/2023
This school is a great school! I would recommend you send your child here.
2 8/18/2015
This school is not what it was. I am totally sorry for what it has become. I grew up on the west side of South Bend Indiana when I was proud to be there. My Father was a graduate of South Bend Washington as my Brother was. The rest of us attended South Bend Lasalle High School. I am very sad what teachers endure every day with both how the students have become and what is ALLOWED in the South Bend Schools. I have NO IDEA of what the school board is thinking as to letting these kids get away with their behavior in school. It is clear that this is a school that will surely be a turned over to the state because these kids do not want to learn or study and they have no parents at home who care and the school doe not support detention as thy should be as it used to be. What do these kids have to loose or gain or they run all over the teachers as I know they do. No recourse for their actions and its a darn shame. God Help this school as many others in the SB. The kids have nothing to gain or loose in their terms. The School board needs a face lift for sure. And lowering the grade point average for athletes.... Well won't even begin to say how stupid that was. What do these kids have to gain.. playing sports as to learning how to be a good intelligent productive adult. This is our new America and God help us all.
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