Central Middle School

790 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Central Middle School, located at 725 7th Street in Columbus, Indiana, serves as a primary educational hub for students in grades 7 and 8 within the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation. The school is known for its commitment to academic development and social-emotional growth, operating within a district that emphasizes innovation and community engagement. Its central location in Columbus allows the school to integrate deeply with the city’s renowned architectural and cultural heritage, providing students with a unique environment that values both local history and modern educational standards.

Beyond its core curriculum, Central Middle School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and student clubs, designed to foster well-rounded personal development during the critical middle school years. The school emphasizes a supportive transition from elementary to high school, focusing on building student independence, critical thinking, and collaboration. As part of a district that prides itself on educational excellence, Central Middle School strives to prepare its diverse student body for the academic challenges of Columbus North or East High Schools and beyond.
790
Total Students
51.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
45.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Central Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White502
Hispanic142
Black25
Asian81
Two or More39
American Indian1
  • White
    502 (63.5%)
  • Hispanic
    142 (18.0%)
  • Asian
    81 (10.3%)
  • Two or More
    39 (4.9%)
  • Black
    25 (3.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Bartholomew Con School Corp
Phone: (812)376-4287
Grade Range: 7th - 8th
Total Students: 790
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 51.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 312
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 47
Grades Taught
Grade 7 386
Grade 8 404

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Central Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 7386
Grade 8404
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Central Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female39149.5%
Male39950.5%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)