DeKalb Middle School

DeKalb Co Ctl United Sch Dist
3338 CR 427
Waterloo, IN 46793
800 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
DeKalb Middle School, located in Waterloo, Indiana, serves as a key educational institution within the DeKalb County Central United School District. The school is committed to providing a supportive and challenging learning environment for students in the middle grades. By focusing on both academic excellence and character development, the school aims to bridge the gap between elementary education and the more rigorous demands of high school, preparing students for future success in a diverse and evolving world.

The school community emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded education, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that encourage students to explore their interests outside the classroom. With a focus on fostering collaboration, critical thinking, and social responsibility, DeKalb Middle School strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students feel valued and encouraged. By engaging with both parents and the local Waterloo community, the school works to ensure that its students are well-supported in their journey toward becoming responsible and productive citizens.
800
Total Students
50.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
43.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    715 (89.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    37 (4.6 %)
  • Two or More
    29 (3.6 %)
  • Asian
    9 (1.1 %)
  • Black
    5 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.5 %)
  • 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: DeKalb Co Ctl United Sch Dist
Phone: (260)920-1013
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 800
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 282
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 66

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 6 267
Grade 7 257
Grade 8 276
Gender Ratio
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Garrett Middle School
Garrett-Keyser-Butler Com Sch Corp
376 Students
801 E Houston St
Garrett, IN 46738 (6.3 miles away)
Middle School 6th - 8th