Serving 1,264 students in grades 6-8, Center Grove Middle School Central ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Grove Middle School Central ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Center Grove Middle School Central's student population of 1,264 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 39% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Center Grove Middle School Central ranks within the top 10% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Grove Middle School Central is 0.39, which is less 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
#159 out of 1763 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
4%
13%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Center Grove Middle School Central's ranking?
Center Grove Middle School Central is ranked #159 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Center Grove Middle School Central often compared to?
Center Grove Middle School Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Center Grove Middle School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Center Grove Middle School Central?
1,264 students attend Center Grove Middle School Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Center Grove Middle School Central students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center Grove Middle School Central?
Center Grove Middle School Central has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Center Grove Middle School Central offer ?
Center Grove Middle School Central offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Center Grove Middle School Central part of?
Center Grove Middle School Central is part of Center Grove Community School Corp School District.
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