Serving 442 students in grades 6-8, Farristown Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farristown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Farristown Middle School's student population of 442 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farristown Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farristown Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 1230 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
2%
11%
White
92%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farristown Middle School's ranking?
Farristown Middle School is ranked #132 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Farristown Middle School often compared to?
Farristown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like B. Michael Caudill Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Farristown Middle School?
442 students attend Farristown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Farristown Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farristown Middle School?
Farristown Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Farristown Middle School offer ?
Farristown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Farristown Middle School part of?
Farristown Middle School is part of Madison County School District.
School Reviews
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