Serving 1,079 students in grades 6-8, Robert Taft Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,079 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert Taft Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Robert Taft Middle School's student population of 1,079 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,079 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Rankings
Robert Taft Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert Taft Middle School is 0.48, 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
#325 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
17%
15%
Black
5%
13%
White
70%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Robert Taft Middle School's ranking?
Robert Taft Middle School is ranked #325 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Robert Taft Middle School often compared to?
Robert Taft Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colonel John Wheeler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Robert Taft Middle School?
1,079 students attend Robert Taft Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Robert Taft Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert Taft Middle School?
Robert Taft Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Robert Taft Middle School offer ?
Robert Taft Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert Taft Middle School part of?
Robert Taft Middle School is part of Crown Point Community School Corp School District.
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