Serving 545 students in grades 6-8, Mccreary County Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% 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: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccreary County Middle School's student population of 545 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mccreary County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccreary County Middle School is 0.04, 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
#714 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
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 Mccreary County Middle School's ranking?
Mccreary County Middle School is ranked #714 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Mccreary County Middle School often compared to?
Mccreary County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg City School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Mccreary County Middle School?
545 students attend Mccreary County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mccreary County Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mccreary County Middle School?
Mccreary County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mccreary County Middle School offer ?
Mccreary County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mccreary County Middle School part of?
Mccreary County Middle School is part of Mccreary County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/16/2018
I think the middle school has learned my child alot she has learned so much in the years!!!! Keep up the good work!!!
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