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Westchester Middle School (2026 Ranking) - Chesterton, IN

Westchester Middle School

Westchester Middle School serves 448 students in grades 7-8. 
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 448 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Overview

Westchester Middle School's student population of 448 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Westchester Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
75%
62%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Westchester Middle School?
448 students attend Westchester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Westchester Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westchester Middle School?
Westchester Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westchester Middle School offer ?
Westchester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Westchester Middle School part of?
Westchester Middle School is part of Duneland School Corporation School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 448 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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