Serving 815 students in grades 6-8, South Oldham 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 44% (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 15% 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: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Oldham 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
South Oldham Middle School's student population of 815 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Oldham 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 South Oldham Middle School is 0.27, 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
#134 out of 1230 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
2%
11%
White
85%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Oldham Middle School's ranking?
South Oldham Middle School is ranked #134 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are South Oldham Middle School often compared to?
South Oldham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Oldham Middle School, North Oldham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% 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 South Oldham Middle School?
815 students attend South Oldham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of South Oldham Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Oldham Middle School?
South Oldham Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Oldham Middle School offer ?
South Oldham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Oldham Middle School part of?
South Oldham Middle School is part of Oldham County School District.
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