WILLOWCREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL
Willowcreek Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Portage Township Schools school district, located in Portage, IN with about 1,100 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 68 teachers, Willowcreek Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Willowcreek Middle School, located at 5962 Central Ave in Portage, Indiana, serves as a key educational institution within the Portage Township School Corporation. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages academic growth, personal development, and community engagement for students in the middle grades. By offering a diverse curriculum that spans core academic subjects, the arts, and extracurricular activities, the school aims to prepare students for the academic rigors of high school while helping them navigate the social and emotional milestones of adolescence.
Beyond the classroom, Willowcreek Middle School emphasizes a culture of school spirit and inclusivity. The staff is committed to supporting student success through various academic interventions, athletics, and clubs, which provide students with opportunities to explore their interests and build lasting connections with their peers. As a vital part of the Portage community, the school works to create a safe and supportive learning environment that empowers students to become responsible, well-rounded citizens as they progress toward their future goals.
For more information, contact Willowcreek Middle School at (219) 763-8090 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Portage, IN 46368-2903
(219) 763-8090
WILLOWCREEK MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Portage, IN with about 1,100 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Indiana
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Portage Township Schools
- Total Students:
- 1,100
- Teachers:
- 68.42
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,100 students
- White
- 55.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 24.1%
- Black or African American
- 13.6%
- Two or more races
- 5.0%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.6%
- Male
- 49.4%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.