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John R. Wooden Middle School

Middle School · MSD Martinsville Schools

109 East Garfield St, Martinsville, IN 46151

Enrollment

593

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#883 of 1,823

In Martinsville

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 10

MSD Martinsville Schools

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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John R. Wooden Middle School

6.5/10

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

Poston Road Elementary School

6.8/10

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About John R. Wooden Middle School

John R. Wooden Middle School is a public middle school in Martinsville, IN, part of MSD Martinsville Schools. John R.

Wooden Middle School serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. John R. Wooden Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #883 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for John R. Wooden Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • IN avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-3.3 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+0.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.7 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-6.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,558
Chronic Absenteeism25.8%

John R. Wooden Middle School — Students at John R. Wooden Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.2% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
37.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
School
State
40.5% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 19 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2016
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
26%
2025
Math
36.8%
ELA
35.4%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How John R. Wooden Middle School Compares

See how John R. Wooden Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
52th percentile in IN
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
47%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

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

109 East Garfield St, Martinsville, IN 46151

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John R. Wooden Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bell Intermediate Academy (rated 5.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Monrovia Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Monrovia), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Paul Hadley Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 14.0 miles away, in nearby Mooresville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Martinsville, see our Martinsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Poston Road Elementary School Martinsville 0.5 mi 6.8
Charles L Smith Fine Arts Academy Martinsville 0.8 mi 5.5
Martinsville High School Martinsville 0.8 mi 5.6
TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Martinsville 1.1 mi 5.4
Bell Intermediate Academy Martinsville 0.9 mi 5.6
South Elementary School of Communications Martinsville 1.1 mi 5.6
Centerton Elementary School Martinsville 6.8 mi 8.0
Green Township Elementary School Martinsville 6.9 mi 8.2
Brooklyn STEM Academy Brooklyn 9.0 mi 6.6
Paragon Elementary School Paragon 7.7 mi 7.8
Monrovia Elementary School Monrovia 10.9 mi 5.3
Monrovia High School Monrovia 11.1 mi 5.6
Monrovia Middle School Monrovia 11.1 mi 5.5
Unionville Elementary School Unionville 13.2 mi 9.5
MOORESVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mooresville 12.9 mi 6.6
Neil Armstrong Elementary School Mooresville 13.3 mi 6.1
Newby Memorial Elementary School Mooresville 13.7 mi 5.8
Helmsburg Elementary School Morgantown 12.6 mi 9.0
Paul Hadley Middle School Mooresville 14.0 mi 5.1
Mooresville High School Mooresville 14.0 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,724

Median Home Value

$219,400

Median Rent

$978/mo

Population

32,339

College Educated

19.7%

Homeownership

80%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John R. Wooden Middle School

What grades does John R. Wooden Middle School serve?

John R. Wooden Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend John R. Wooden Middle School?

John R. Wooden Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John R. Wooden Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at John R. Wooden Middle School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John R. Wooden Middle School rank in IN?

John R. Wooden Middle School ranks #883 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is John R. Wooden Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

John R. Wooden Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 John R. Wooden Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John R. Wooden Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).

Is John R. Wooden Middle School a charter school?

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

Is John R. Wooden Middle School a Title I school?

No, John R. Wooden Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John R. Wooden Middle School?

46.7% of students at John R. Wooden 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Morgan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.8%

District

MSD Martinsville Schools
District Enrollment
4,081
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,558
District Rank
#6 of 10

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