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#442 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 24% in state

Fishers Junior High School

Middle School · Hamilton Southeastern Schools

13257 Cumberland Rd, Fishers, IN 46038

Enrollment

822

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

7.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#442 of 1,823

In Fishers

#17 of 21

public schools

In district

#18 of 22

Hamilton Southeastern Schools

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Fishers Junior High School

7.7/10

Middle School in Fishers · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Cumberland Road Elem School

8.7/10

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About Fishers Junior High School

Fishers Junior High School is a public middle school in Fishers, IN, part of Hamilton Southeastern Schools. Fishers Junior High School serves approximately 822 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fishers Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #442 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Fishers Junior High School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • IN avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.7% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+24 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+16.6 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,362
Chronic Absenteeism14.6%

Fishers Junior High School — Students at Fishers Junior High School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 70.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
37.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 70.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.5% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 33 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
92%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2014
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
70%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
76%
2017
Math
76%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
52%
2025
Math
60%
ELA
54.6%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Fishers Junior High School Compares

See how Fishers Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in IN
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

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

13257 Cumberland Rd, Fishers, IN 46038

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fishers Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Prairie Trace Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Carmel), which scores notably higher. Another option is EMAN SCHOOLS (rated 9.1/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, New Britton Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fishers, see our Fishers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Cumberland Road Elem School Fishers 0.3 mi 8.7
FISHERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fishers 0.3 mi 8.0
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WEST FISHERS Fishers 0.7 mi 7.9
NOAH'S ARK PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Fishers 0.9 mi
COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Fishers 1.1 mi
Harrison Parkway Elementary School Fishers 1.2 mi 8.7
New Britton Elementary School Fishers 1.1 mi 8.8
Fishers High School Fishers 1.5 mi 8.0
Hoosier Road Elementary School Fishers 1.8 mi 8.6
Sand Creek Elementary Fishers 1.7 mi 8.2
Fishers Elementary School Fishers 2.1 mi 7.3
Promise Road Elementary Noblesville 2.1 mi 5.6
Options Noblesville Noblesville 2.3 mi 4.3
Sand Creek Intermediate School Fishers 1.9 mi 7.1
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NOBLESVILLE Noblesville 2.5 mi
Lantern Road Elementary School Fishers 3.0 mi 8.2
EMAN SCHOOLS Fishers 2.6 mi 9.1
ST LOUIS DE MONTFORT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fishers 2.8 mi 6.0
Brooks School Elementary Fishers 2.8 mi 8.0
Prairie Trace Elementary School Carmel 2.8 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46038 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,092

Median Home Value

$301,600

Median Rent

$1,489/mo

Population

43,245

College Educated

60.2%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

24.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fishers Junior High School

What grades does Fishers Junior High School serve?

Fishers Junior High School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Fishers Junior High School?

Fishers Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 822 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fishers Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fishers Junior High School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fishers Junior High School rank in IN?

Fishers Junior High School ranks #442 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Fishers Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fishers Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Fishers Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fishers Junior High School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Fishers Junior High School a charter school?

No, Fishers Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fishers Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Fishers Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fishers Junior High School?

27.1% of students at Fishers Junior High 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
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
66 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
822
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hamilton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

District

Hamilton Southeastern Schools
District Enrollment
21,299
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,362
District Rank
#18 of 22

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