Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Thompkins Middle School 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 is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompkins Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Thompkins Middle School's student population of 627 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
627 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every student in attendance, engaged in meaningful social and intellectual activity, achieving educational success.
School Rankings
Thompkins Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompkins Middle School is 0.34, which is less 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
#605 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
5%
13%
White
81%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Thompkins Middle School's ranking?
Thompkins Middle School is ranked #605 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Thompkins Middle School often compared to?
Thompkins Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Thompkins Middle School?
627 students attend Thompkins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Thompkins Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thompkins Middle School?
Thompkins Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Thompkins Middle School offer ?
Thompkins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thompkins Middle School part of?
Thompkins Middle School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
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