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#1471 of 1,823 schools in IN

Miami Middle School

Middle School · Fort Wayne Community Schools

8100 Amherst Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46819

Enrollment

498

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

4.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,471 of 1,823

In Fort Wayne

#62 of 74

public schools

In district

#38 of 49

Fort Wayne Community Schools

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Miami Middle School

4.7/10

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

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About Miami Middle School

Miami Middle School is a public middle school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of Fort Wayne Community Schools. Miami Middle School serves approximately 498 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Miami Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,471 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Miami Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • IN avg 5.5

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Miami 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16.3% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-31.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.3 pts
Overall Proficiency12% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-14.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile8th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,569
Chronic Absenteeism33.9%

Miami Middle School — Students at Miami Middle School score 12% 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

73.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.2% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 36.6% (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
57%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
12%
2025
Math
8.1%
ELA
16.4%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Miami Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
19th percentile in IN
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

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

8100 Amherst Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46819

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Miami Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BISHOP LUERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST THERESE SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOHN THE BAPTIST (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Maplewood Elementary School Fort Wayne 0.3 mi 6.0
ST THERESE SCHOOL Fort Wayne 0.7 mi 8.0
Waynedale Elementary School Fort Wayne 0.7 mi 4.5
Wayne High School Fort Wayne 1.4 mi 6.4
BISHOP LUERS HIGH SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.1 mi 8.4
LUTHERAN SOUTH UNITY SCHOOL Fort Wayne 2.2 mi 6.9
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST Fort Wayne 2.4 mi 7.1
Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne 2.5 mi 4.0
Jeff H Towles Intermediate School Fort Wayne 2.2 mi 5.7
Harrison Hill Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.6 mi 5.8
Indian Village Elementary School Fort Wayne 2.9 mi 5.0
Levan R Scott Academy Fort Wayne 2.7 mi 3.5
South Side High School Fort Wayne 3.2 mi 5.8
South Wayne Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.4 mi 4.7
Study Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.6 mi 3.0
Fairfield Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.5 mi 4.9
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Fort Wayne 3.8 mi 6.2
EMMAUS LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL Fort Wayne 3.8 mi 5.6
Merle J Abbett Elementary School Fort Wayne 3.3 mi 3.1
Lindley Elementary School Fort Wayne 4.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46819 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,618

Median Home Value

$157,100

Median Rent

$948/mo

Population

9,318

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.5%

Median Age

42.4

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Logansport Intermediate School Logansport, IN 4.8
Wainwright Middle School Lafayette, IN 4.8
Barker Middle School Michigan City, IN 4.9
Bedford Middle School Bedford, IN 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Miami Middle School

What grades does Miami Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Miami Middle School?

Miami Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 498 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Miami 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 Miami Middle School rank in IN?

Miami Middle School ranks #1,471 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Miami Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Miami Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Miami Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Miami Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Miami Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Miami Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

73.5% of students at Miami 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
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
498
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
73.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Allen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.9%

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