Lora L. Batchelor Middle School

Lora L. Batchelor Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 7-8
900 W Gordon Pike,  Bloomington, IN
Monroe County Community School Corporation
4.8
474 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Eric Gilpin
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
36%
Reading Proficiency
39%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
39%
Math Proficiency
36%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
37
Full Time Teachers
37
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.2%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
244:1

Student Diversity

Male
58.5%
Female
41.5%
White
75.7%
Two or more races
9.2%
Hispanic
7.8%
Black
5.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
4.8 6 Reviews
4.0 student
5/8/2025
As a student, I feel that this school is great and all, but defintely needs some work. I don't see much family engagment, but that I feel is optional. Safety is fine, since they do have adequate security, but I do think that some, items need fixing. For example, the bike rack that not many people us...
5.0 parent
7/11/2024
The school does a great job of being inclusive of all students and recognize them for who they are and for their personal growth. We were thrilled with the music program, art program, ALPS, Sports program, etc. very well done.
5.0 other
5/20/2013
My grandson goes here and likes it the staff is understanding and really help the students
5.0 student
8/10/2009

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Lora L. Batchelor Middle School is a public school for students in grades 7-8 in Bloomington, IN and is served by the Monroe County Community School Corporation in Indiana. The school has a total enrollment of 474 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 36% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 39% are proficient in reading. Lora L. Batchelor Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bloomington High School South, Bloomington Graduation School, The Academy of Science and Entrepreneurship, and more. Learn more about what Bloomington has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lora L. Batchelor Middle School.

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