Needs Improvement
#1657 of 1,823 schools in IN
Beech Grove Middle School
Middle School · Beech Grove City Schools
1248 Buffalo St, Beech Grove, IN 46107
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
434
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
3.7
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,657 of 1,823
In Beech Grove
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Beech Grove City Schools
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Beech Grove Middle School
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About Beech Grove Middle School
Beech Grove Middle School is a public middle school in Beech Grove, IN, part of Beech Grove City Schools. Beech Grove Middle School serves approximately 434 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Beech Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,657 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Beech Grove Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- IN avg 5.5
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Beech Grove Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Beech Grove Middle School — Students at Beech Grove Middle School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.1/10.
How Beech Grove Middle School Compares
See how Beech Grove Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1248 Buffalo St, Beech Grove, IN 46107
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beech Grove Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Victory College Prep (rated 7.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Indianapolis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Indianapolis), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beech Grove, see our Beech Grove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Elementary School Beech Grove | 0.3 mi | 3.6 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Beech Grove | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Victory College Prep Indianapolis | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| South Grove Intermediate School Beech Grove | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Hornet Park Elementary School Beech Grove | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Beech Grove Sr High School Beech Grove | 1.5 mi | 3.5 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Bethel Park Elementary | pilotED Schools Indianapolis | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Indianapolis | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Christian Park School 82 Indianapolis | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Jeremiah Gray Elementary School Indianapolis | 2.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Frederick Douglass School 19 Indianapolis | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| RONCALLI HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| GRAY ROAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Invent Learning Hub Indianapolis | 2.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ST JUDE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis | 2.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle Indianapolis | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Eleanor Skillen School 34 Indianapolis | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| CENTRAL CATHOLIC Indianapolis | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| SHEPHERD COMMUNITY ACADEMY Indianapolis | 2.9 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46107 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,377
Median Home Value
$166,600
Median Rent
$1,051/mo
Population
13,021
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southside Middle School Muncie, IN | 3.8 |
| West Vigo Middle School West Terre Haute, IN | 3.6 |
| Dickinson Fine Arts Academy South Bend, IN | 3.9 |
| Lapel Middle School Lapel, IN | 3.9 |
| North Side Middle School Elkhart, IN | 3.9 |
| Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne, IN | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beech Grove Middle School
What grades does Beech Grove Middle School serve?
Beech Grove Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Beech Grove Middle School?
Beech Grove Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 434 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beech Grove Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beech Grove Middle School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beech Grove Middle School rank in IN?
Beech Grove Middle School ranks #1,657 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is Beech Grove Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beech Grove Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Beech Grove Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beech Grove Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Beech Grove Middle School a charter school?
No, Beech Grove Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beech Grove Middle School a Title I school?
No, Beech Grove Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beech Grove Middle School?
71.2% of students at Beech Grove 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 434
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Marion County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.2%
- Phone
- (317) 784-6649
Resources & Links
District
Beech Grove City Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,757
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,931
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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