Below Average
#1617 of 1,823 schools in IN
William Fegely Middle School
Middle School · Portage Township Schools
5384 Stone Ave, Portage, IN 46368
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Indiana schools
#1,617 of 1,823
In Portage
#6 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
Portage Township Schools
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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William Fegely Middle School
Middle School in Portage · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About William Fegely Middle School
William Fegely Middle School is a public middle school in Portage, IN, part of Portage Township Schools. William Fegely Middle School serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. William Fegely Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,617 of 1,823 schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for William Fegely Middle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- IN avg 5.5
Score Breakdown
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William Fegely Middle School — Students at William Fegely Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.5/10.
How William Fegely Middle School Compares
See how William Fegely Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5384 Stone Ave, Portage, IN 46368
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Fegely Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hobart Middle School (rated 5.6/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Hobart), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gary Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Gary), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Willowcreek Middle School (rated 3.9/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Portage, see our Portage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| George L Myers Elementary School Portage | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Central Elementary School Portage | 1.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Neighbors' New Vistas High School Portage | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Wallace Aylesworth Elementary Portage | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| NATIVITY OF OUR SAVIOR/DIOCESE Portage | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Willowcreek Middle School Portage | 1.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Virgil I Bailey Elementary School Lake Station | 1.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Crisman Elementary School Portage | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Thomas A Edison Jr-Sr HS Lake Station | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Rowena Kyle Elementary School Portage | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Portage High School Portage | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Liberty Elementary School Hobart | 2.7 mi | 5.5 |
| John I Meister Elementary School Hobart | 2.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Charter School of the Dunes Gary | 3.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Hobart High School Hobart | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Gary Middle School Gary | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch Lake Station | 3.1 mi | 4.1 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hobart | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Ethel R Jones Elementary School Portage | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Hobart Middle School Hobart | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46368 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,638
Median Home Value
$213,500
Median Rent
$1,140/mo
Population
40,237
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
72.5%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
39
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|---|---|
| Charles N Scott Middle School Hammond, IN | 4.0 |
| Kekionga Middle School Fort Wayne, IN | 4.0 |
| Dennis Middle School Richmond, IN | 4.1 |
| Lincoln Middle School Indianapolis, IN | 4.1 |
| Logansport Junior High School Logansport, IN | 4.1 |
| Salem Middle School Salem, IN | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Fegely Middle School
What grades does William Fegely Middle School serve?
William Fegely Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend William Fegely Middle School?
William Fegely Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Fegely Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Fegely Middle School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William Fegely Middle School rank in IN?
William Fegely Middle School ranks #1,617 of 1,823 schools in IN.
What is William Fegely Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Fegely Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 William Fegely Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Fegely Middle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William Fegely Middle School a charter school?
No, William Fegely Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Fegely Middle School a Title I school?
No, William Fegely Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 613
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Porter County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (219) 763-8150
Resources & Links
District
Portage Township Schools- District Enrollment
- 6,588
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,458
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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