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Very Good

#581 of 1,823 schools in IN

Top 32% in state

Summit Middle School

Middle School · MSD Southwest Allen County Schls

4509 Homestead Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46814

Enrollment

818

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

7.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#581 of 1,823

In Fort Wayne

#14 of 74

public schools

In district

#6 of 10

MSD Southwest Allen County Schls

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Summit Middle School

7.2/10

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

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8.1/10

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About Summit Middle School

Summit Middle School is a public middle school in Fort Wayne, IN, part of MSD Southwest Allen County Schls. Summit Middle School serves approximately 818 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Summit Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #581 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Summit Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • IN avg 5.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.4% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+13.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+20.8 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+0.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,322
Chronic Absenteeism10.3%

Summit Middle School — Students at Summit Middle School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
38.2% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 69.0% (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
89%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
89%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
78%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
41%
2025
Math
53.8%
ELA
61.4%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Summit Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in IN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

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

4509 Homestead Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46814

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Summit Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Woodside Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Portage Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 5.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Kekionga Middle School (rated 4.0/10, 5.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fort Wayne, see our Fort Wayne schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
ST Fort Wayne 0.1 mi 6.8
Homestead High School Fort Wayne 0.2 mi 8.1
eSACS Virtual School Fort Wayne 0.3 mi 5.8
Aboite Elementary School Fort Wayne 0.4 mi 9.4
Haverhill Elementary School Fort Wayne 0.8 mi 8.6
Deer Ridge Elementary Fort Wayne 1.9 mi 8.1
EMMAUS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Fort Wayne 1.8 mi 5.8
Covington Elementary School Fort Wayne 1.9 mi 5.4
Woodside Middle School Fort Wayne 2.1 mi 5.8
Whispering Meadow Elementary Sch Fort Wayne 2.9 mi 4.5
Lafayette Meadow School Roanoke 3.3 mi 8.1
Arcola School Arcola 4.2 mi 9.0
CANTERBURY SCHOOL Fort Wayne 3.8 mi 8.6
ABOITE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roanoke 5.4 mi 6.8
ROANOKE BAPTIST SCHOOL Roanoke 5.8 mi 5.9
Lindley Elementary School Fort Wayne 5.1 mi 5.7
Portage Middle School Fort Wayne 5.3 mi 4.9
Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne 5.6 mi 4.0
Indian Village Elementary School Fort Wayne 5.6 mi 5.0
Waynedale Elementary School Fort Wayne 6.0 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46814 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,245

Median Home Value

$383,000

Median Rent

$1,249/mo

Population

16,906

College Educated

61.7%

Homeownership

92.2%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Summit Middle School

What grades does Summit Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Summit Middle School?

Summit Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 818 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Summit Middle School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Summit Middle School rank in IN?

Summit Middle School ranks #581 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Summit Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Summit Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Summit Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Summit Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Summit Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Summit Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

21.5% of students at Summit 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
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
818
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.3%

District

MSD Southwest Allen County Schls
District Enrollment
7,555
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,322
District Rank
#6 of 10

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