2024 Best Middle Schools in Indiana

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.13 out of 5  100 reviews

Parent: As a 3rd culture kid myself and as part of a bi-racial family, some of the most important factors in choosing the International School of Indiana was so that our family would not just be accepted, but that my children would be seen, understood and be surrounded by other like-minded families and staff that would understand the unique, nuanced nature of what it means to be culturally diverse, especially in the Midwest US. The rich foundation that is the International Baccalaureate curriculum encourages critical thinking, thoughtful communication and an inherent understanding that we can always find common ground, through open-minded discourse and exchange. It is those important, critical life skills, coupled with the gift of a second language, French in our case, which means they are also acquiring the ability to converse in a different language, understand different cultures and keep their young minds functioning exceptionally. Go Gryphons!... Read 100 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 500

• Student-teacher ratio 5:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.22 out of 5  87 reviews

Senior: My experience at Park Tudor School has been filled with new personal connections, intellectual growth, and an emphasis on trying new things. The school requires 2 seasons of a sport, a fine arts class, and various other humanities and STEM requirements. These push me to approach education in an interdisciplinary manner, learning about history's application to technology and math's influence on creative writing. The teachers at PT support their students in any way needed. I have used many teacher office hours, asked for countless recommendations, and gotten exposed to new opportunities through them. The highlight of this school is the small knit community. My graduating class has 118 students all of whom know each other and every teacher very well. When walking down the halls I am familiar with all of the students and teachers providing a sense of community. This familiarity provides a strong sense of school pride which carries on even after students graduate from this school.... Read 87 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 950

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Fort Wayne, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.14 out of 5  102 reviews

Senior: Very good school — the best quality being the faculty, who are also vehemently supportive of students and will go out of their way to ensure student success. No child is left behind, and children are encourage in almost all endeavors. There is an intense and competitive academic culture, and a lack of diversity, but Canterbury is beginning to take steps to address these issues. Canterbury works to grow and teach the whole child, and enhance every area of their life — not only academics.... Read 102 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,030

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• 6-8

• grade A+

• Students 1,346

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  3 reviews

Sophomore: My overall experience at Creekside was really good, minus a few details. First of all, there were some teachers that didn't seem to put in as much effort as others. While most teachers were quite amazing there were definitely a hand full that were not. Second of all, there were some pretty major situations with a student threatening the school and students and hardly anything was done or said about it.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,280

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Fishers, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.24 out of 5  17 reviews

Alum: I would recommend Eman Schools. There is a great focus on STEM and college readiness. Teachers are focused and experts within their respective fields. STEM is prioritized and there is a lot of emphasis placed on college prep. Additionally, students are given the opportunity from a young age to begin taking the PSAT and SAT. There is not a large focus on sports within the school.... Read 17 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 342

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• 6-8

• grade A+

• Students 999

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN•

• PK, 5-8

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  5 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,149

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Zionsville Community Schools, IN•

• 5-8

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  6 reviews

Freshman: This school is a great school to introduce you to a new environment. I learned a variety of different things at this school. There are a variety of teachers at ZMS. Some will be amazing, and others, not so much. This school offers a lot of extracurriculars, especially for a middle school. This school taught me many life lessons that will be even more important in my future years. Overall, ZMS is a great school and a solid pick. Middle school is about learning and discovering many things before high school. This school is good because it allows you to balance relatively easily. The 5th-grade year may be challenging, but it only gets easier. However, one thing that is not prevalent at ZMS is diversity. The school lunch is also rather awful. Despite not being diverse at all and having terrible food, I loved this school. I highly recommend this school to anyone.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,225

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  4 reviews

Middle school student: Clay Middle School was hands down the best middle school experience I could have ever asked for. From the moment I walked through those doors, I knew I was in for something special. First off, the teachers at Clay Middle School are absolute rockstars. They were not only incredibly knowledgeable in their subjects but also genuinely cared about each and every one of their students. They were always there to lend a helping hand or offer guidance whenever we needed it. Trust me, having supportive teachers makes a world of difference. What really stood out to me was the inclusive and accepting environment at Clay Middle School. It didn't matter who you were or where you came from, everyone was welcomed with open arms. I made some lifelong friends there and we still keep in touch even after all these years. All in all, my experience at Clay Middle School was absolutely phenomenal. The teachers, the activities, and the overall atmosphere made it a truly unforgettable time in my life.... Read 4 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,414

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Westfield-Washington Schools, IN•

• 5-6

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  Rating 3.25 out of 5  4 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,333

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• School Town of Munster, IN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.71 out of 5  7 reviews

Parent: Wilbur Wright Middle School is a fantastic place for kids to learn and grow and have FUN doing it! With strong academics and support, depth in extracurricular activities and an administrative team that cares about celebrating the accomplishments of all kids through events such as "Hour of Awesome" each quarter, this school ranks high for a great experience. Even better: The academics are top notch. Highly recommend!... Read 7 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 915

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Carmel Clay Schools, IN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 2.86 out of 5  7 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,143

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Plainfield Community School Corporation, IN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  5 reviews

Parent: Teachers are great! Excellent programs and sports and caring staff that’s always available for discussions... Read 5 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,333

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Avilla, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.97 out of 5  33 reviews

Parent: I am the parent of a very active prek boy who loves to be outside, Oak Farm was the perfect fit for us! He can explore the woods and is encouraged to get dirty and learn by experience. The ability for him to work in different environments and not be seated at a desk all day is wonderful! The teachers/staff at Oak Farm all are welcoming and truly care for the students and families! The after school clubs are fantastic, our son can has enjoyed soccer shots right at school, which as busy parents is great! The beautiful campus and experiences in and out of the classroom are beyond compare! We love Oak Farm and so will you!... Read 33 reviews

• grade A

• Students 392

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Brownsburg Community School Corporation, IN•

• 1-12

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  Rating 3.9 out of 5  691 reviews

Senior: As a student in preforming arts, our program is exceptional! Though, the visual arts program could use more funding as a whole. I continuously have amazing experiences with a number of the teachers here, and they're some of the most exceptional and inspiring people I've met.... Read 691 reviews

• grade A

• Students 3,013

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Westfield-Washington Schools, IN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 1 out of 5  1 review

• grade A

• Students 1,333

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Valparaiso Community Schools, IN•

• 6-8

• grade A

• Students 815

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Hamilton Southeastern School District, IN•

• 7-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Niche User: The main reason we attend school is to gain the skills and education needed to live autonomously and successfully. School also teaches us social skills we will need in our future lives and careers. We will most likely be communicating with coworkers when we begin working. All of these is what fall creek will bring you... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 929

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Indianapolis, IN•

• Private School•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  14 reviews

Senior: Mti School of knowledge is a muslim school which teaches students from K-12 about various subjects like math, physics,computer,govenment,etc, make sure the students uphold good moral values/ethics, manners, and ensure good quality education and safety of the students.... Read 14 reviews

• grade A

• Students 312

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Hamilton Southeastern School District, IN•

• 5-8

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  6 reviews

Freshman: Not only are the staff members friendly to students, they care about each individual’s success. The teachers I have been thankful to have in the past four years have taught me life skills and beyond what I could have dreamed of. All of my teachers were patient and understanding when subjects were difficult. The school grounds were always kept tidy and sanitized. I felt extremely safe at my school due to the security measures taken to make it a safe place.... Read 6 reviews

• grade A

• Students 1,226

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Penn-Harris-Madison School Corporation, IN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.4 out of 5  5 reviews

Parent: I can’t say enough good things about Discovery Middle School. The staff is amazing and so welcoming to students and their families. The office staff is so friendly, and we love the great leadership of the administration. They set a great tone for the school, staff and students!... Read 5 reviews

• grade A

• Students 836

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Valparaiso Community Schools, IN•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4.8 out of 5  10 reviews

High School Senior: Being at this school was one of the best years of my life, I would relive it if I could.... Read 10 reviews

• grade A

• Students 624

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Hamilton Southeastern School District, IN•

• 5-6

• grade A

• Students 884

• Student-teacher ratio 22:1

• Monroe County Community School Corporation, IN•

• 7-8

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  Rating 5 out of 5  3 reviews

Alum: At Jackson Creek Middle School, I was on the cheerleading team and had a great experience. The coach was also my health teacher and she really helped the transition into middle school. The other teachers at the school are great educators and they help out the students well.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 540

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1