Pierre Moran Middle School

200 W Lusher Ave
Elkhart, IN 46517
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 396 students in grades 7-8, Pierre Moran 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 14% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 77% 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: 396 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50% in IN
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pierre Moran Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

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School Overview

Pierre Moran Middle School's student population of 396 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
396 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Pierre Moran 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 Pierre Moran 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.
This School
State Level (IN)
#1513 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
14%
39%
23%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
Hispanic
58%
15%
Black
11%
14%
White
23%
62%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Eagles

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pierre Moran Middle School's ranking?
Pierre Moran Middle School is ranked #1513 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Pierre Moran Middle School often compared to?
Pierre Moran Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Side Middle School, West Side Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Pierre Moran Middle School?
396 students attend Pierre Moran Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Pierre Moran Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pierre Moran Middle School?
Pierre Moran Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Pierre Moran Middle School offer ?
Pierre Moran Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pierre Moran Middle School part of?
Pierre Moran Middle School is part of Elkhart Community Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 396 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 77%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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