Northern Middle School

650 Oak Leaf Lane
Somerset, KY 42503
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Top 20%
Serving 873 students in grades 6-8, Northern Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 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: 873 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 20% in KY
  • : 36% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Northern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

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School Overview

Northern Middle School's student population of 873 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
873 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
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School Rankings

Northern 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 Northern 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (KY)
#234 out of 1230 schools
(Top 20%)
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36%
30%
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56%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
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Black
1%
11%
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White
92%
74%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.15
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Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Northern Middle School's ranking?
Northern Middle School is ranked #234 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Northern Middle School often compared to?
Northern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nancy Elementary School, Southwestern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Northern Middle School?
873 students attend Northern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Northern Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Middle School?
Northern Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Middle School offer ?
Northern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Middle School part of?
Northern Middle School is part of Pulaski County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 873 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 36% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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