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Bailly Middle School

Middle School · Gary Community School Corp

4621 Georgia St, Gary, IN 46409

Enrollment

374

Student-Teacher

19.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,392 of 1,823

In Gary

#8 of 21

public schools

In district

#3 of 10

Gary Community School Corp

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Bailly Middle School

5.0/10

Middle School in Gary · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bailly Middle School

Bailly Middle School is a public middle school in Gary, IN, part of Gary Community School Corp. Bailly Middle School serves approximately 374 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Bailly Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,392 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Bailly Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • IN avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5.9% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-34 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.2 pts
Overall Proficiency10% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,740

Bailly Middle School — Students at Bailly Middle School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

66%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.2% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 33.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.5% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 37 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
3%
2025
Math
6%
ELA
14.8%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.

How Bailly Middle School Compares

See how Bailly Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in IN
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
66%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4621 Georgia St, Gary, IN 46409

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bailly Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Merrillville Intermediate School (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Merrillville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pierce Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Merrillville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, River Forest Middle School (rated 3.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Hobart), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gary, see our Gary schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
MY SAFARI PREPARATORY ACADEMY GEORGIA ST. CAMPUS Gary 0.5 mi
MY SAFARI PREPARATORY ACADEMY Gary 1.0 mi
Glen Park Acad for Excel in Lrn Gary 1.1 mi 1.7
Gary Career Center Gary 1.5 mi
Gary Virtual Academy Gary 1.5 mi 3.9
ANDREAN HIGH SCHOOL Merrillville 1.8 mi 7.7
ASCENSION LUTHERAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gary 1.4 mi 6.8
Henry S Evans Elementary School Lake Station 1.7 mi 4.0
Higher Institute of Arts & Tech Merrillville 2.0 mi 6.5
Henry P Fieler Elementary School Merrillville 2.2 mi 4.7
HAPPY DAYS CHILD CARE CENTER Merrillville 2.3 mi
Merrillville Intermediate School Merrillville 2.3 mi 6.0
Merrillville High School Merrillville 2.9 mi 4.4
Early Learning Center-George Earle Hobart 2.4 mi 6.9
HAPPY DAYS LEARNING CENTER Merrillville 3.2 mi
Mary M Bethune Early Child Dev Ctr Gary 3.1 mi 2.9
Pierce Middle School Merrillville 3.2 mi 4.5
River Forest High School Hobart 2.8 mi 3.9
Daniel Hale Williams Elem Sch Gary 3.4 mi 1.7
River Forest Middle School Hobart 2.8 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46409 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$40,637

Median Home Value

$73,300

Median Rent

$1,194/mo

Population

7,072

College Educated

12.3%

Homeownership

44.5%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

26.7%

Median Age

35.3

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East Washington Middle School Pekin, IN 4.9
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Gary Middle School Gary, IN 5.1
Portage Middle School Fort Wayne, IN 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bailly Middle School

What grades does Bailly Middle School serve?

Bailly Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Bailly Middle School?

Bailly Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 374 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bailly Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bailly Middle School is 19.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bailly Middle School rank in IN?

Bailly Middle School ranks #1,392 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Bailly Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bailly Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bailly Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bailly Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bailly Middle School a charter school?

No, Bailly Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bailly Middle School a Title I school?

No, Bailly Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bailly Middle School?

66.0% of students at Bailly Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
374
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
66.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County

District

Gary Community School Corp
District Enrollment
4,025
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,740
District Rank
#3 of 10

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