Serving 392 students in grades 6-8, West Vigo 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 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Vigo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Vigo Middle School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Mascot
Vikings
School Rankings
West Vigo 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 West Vigo Middle School is 0.12, 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
#1431 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Vikings
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Vigo Middle School's ranking?
West Vigo Middle School is ranked #1431 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are West Vigo Middle School often compared to?
West Vigo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honey Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend West Vigo Middle School?
392 students attend West Vigo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Vigo Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Vigo Middle School?
West Vigo Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Vigo Middle School offer ?
West Vigo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Vigo Middle School part of?
West Vigo Middle School is part of Vigo County School Corp School District.
School Reviews
5 3/14/2023
This school is one of the top in our county for the band, choir, visual arts, and technology for students. This is the reason I chose this school for my children. The teachers do go above and beyond and I' 've seen a massive improvement in my child's mental health since starting here. Thank you, everyone.
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