Serving 730 students in grades 7-8, Pendleton Heights Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 730 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pendleton Heights Middle School's student population of 730 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
730 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pendleton Heights Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pendleton Heights Middle School is 0.29, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#836 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
84%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pendleton Heights Middle School's ranking?
Pendleton Heights Middle School is ranked #836 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Pendleton Heights Middle School often compared to?
Pendleton Heights Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frankton Jr-sr High School, Pendleton Heights High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Pendleton Heights Middle School?
730 students attend Pendleton Heights Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Pendleton Heights Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pendleton Heights Middle School?
Pendleton Heights Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pendleton Heights Middle School offer ?
Pendleton Heights Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pendleton Heights Middle School part of?
Pendleton Heights Middle School is part of South Madison Com Sch Corp School District.
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