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#645 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 35% in state

Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl

Middle School · Indianapolis Public Schools

510 Laurel Street, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Enrollment

463

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

7.1

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#645 of 1,823

In Indianapolis

#48 of 222

public schools

In district

#11 of 47

Indianapolis Public Schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl

7.1/10

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About Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl

Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl is a public middle school in Indianapolis, IN, part of Indianapolis Public Schools. Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #645 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

35% of students at Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-1.79 pts/yr
Data Period2017–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.2% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.3% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-28.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,197
Chronic Absenteeism34.8%

Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl — Students at Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

73.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 10.0% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
38.2% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 17.6% (multi-year average, 2017-2025)
School
State
40.5% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 21 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2017
Math
22%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
11%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
11%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
8%
2025
Math
10.4%
ELA
13.4%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl Compares

See how Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
65th percentile in IN
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
73%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.8%

Location

510 Laurel Street, Indianapolis, IN 46203

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LEGACY LEARNING CENTER (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
William McKinley School 39 Indianapolis 0.4 mi 7.0
EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 0.6 mi 8.0
HOLY CROSS CENTRAL SCHOOL Indianapolis 0.7 mi 7.5
LUMEN CHRISTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL Indianapolis 0.6 mi 8.0
SE Neighborhood Sch of Excellence Indianapolis 0.9 mi 5.3
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 0.7 mi 6.4
Invent Learning Hub Indianapolis 0.9 mi 7.7
Arsenal Technical High School Indianapolis 1.2 mi 3.5
Paramount Cottage Home Indianapolis 1.3 mi 7.9
Paramount Online Academy Indianapolis 1.3 mi 6.0
Frederick Douglass School 19 Indianapolis 1.4 mi 3.6
James A Garfield School 31 Indianapolis 1.3 mi 7.4
H L Harshman Middle School Indianapolis 1.5 mi 7.7
Thomas D Gregg School 15 Indianapolis 1.4 mi 4.8
Theodore Potter School 74 Indianapolis 1.5 mi 4.2
Center For Inquiry School 2 Indianapolis 1.4 mi 7.7
Eleanor Skillen School 34 Indianapolis 1.6 mi 3.6
LEGACY LEARNING CENTER Indianapolis 1.7 mi 9.0
Bethel Park Elementary | pilotED Schools Indianapolis 1.5 mi 6.4
Purdue Polytechnic High School Ind Indianapolis 1.5 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46203 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,375

Median Home Value

$155,500

Median Rent

$1,022/mo

Population

37,297

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

57.7%

Avg Commute

22.7 min

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl

What grades does Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl serve?

Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl?

Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl?

The student-teacher ratio at Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl rank in IN?

Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl ranks #645 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl's MySchoolScout rating?

Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2025).

Is Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl a charter school?

No, Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl a Title I school?

No, Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl?

73.2% of students at Hw Longfellow Med/stem Magnet Midl 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
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.8%

District

Indianapolis Public Schools
District Enrollment
21,863
Schools in District
48
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,197
District Rank
#11 of 47

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