Serving 1,210 students in grades 7-8, Southport 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 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southport Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southport Middle School's student population of 1,210 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
School Rankings
Southport 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 Southport Middle School is 0.76, 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
#998 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
26%
3%
Hispanic
25%
15%
Black
13%
13%
White
32%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
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 Southport Middle School's ranking?
Southport Middle School is ranked #998 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Southport Middle School often compared to?
Southport Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Perry Meridian Middle School, Southport 6th Grade Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Southport Middle School?
1,210 students attend Southport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Southport Middle School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southport Middle School?
Southport Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southport Middle School offer ?
Southport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southport Middle School part of?
Southport Middle School is part of Perry Township Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Southport Middle School located?
Southport Middle School is located in the Carson Square neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 2 other public schools located in Carson Square.
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