Serving 590 students in grades 6-8, North 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 20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Middle School's student population of 590 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North 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 North Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#880 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
27%
11%
White
43%
74%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 North Middle School's ranking?
North Middle School is ranked #880 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are North Middle School often compared to?
North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James T Alton Middle School, Bluegrass Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend North Middle School?
590 students attend North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of North Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Middle School?
North Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Middle School offer ?
North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Middle School part of?
North Middle School is part of Hardin County School District.
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