Serving 440 students in grades 7-8, Joseph Block 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 4% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Block Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph Block Middle School's student population of 440 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Joseph Block Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Block Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1681 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
54%
15%
Black
43%
13%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Block Middle School's ranking?
Joseph Block Middle School is ranked #1681 out of 1,763 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Joseph Block Middle School?
440 students attend Joseph Block Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Joseph Block Middle School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Block Middle School?
Joseph Block Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joseph Block Middle School offer ?
Joseph Block Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph Block Middle School part of?
Joseph Block Middle School is part of School City Of East Chicago School District.
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