Serving 649 students in grades 7-8, Dennis Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dennis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Dennis Middle School's student population of 649 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
649 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dennis Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dennis Middle School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1617 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
14%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
60%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dennis Middle School's ranking?
Dennis Middle School is ranked #1617 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Dennis Middle School?
649 students attend Dennis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Dennis Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dennis Middle School?
Dennis Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Dennis Middle School offer ?
Dennis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Dennis Middle School part of?
Dennis Middle School is part of Richmond Community Schools.
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