Serving 559 students in grades 6-8, Adair County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adair County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Columbia, KY, covering approximately 412.4 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 17.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adair County Middle School's student population of 559 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
559 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
At ACMS, we wholeheartedly believe in the holistic development of every student.
School Rankings
Adair County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adair County Middle School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#544 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
86%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adair County Middle School's ranking?
Adair County Middle School is ranked #544 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Adair County Middle School often compared to?
Adair County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Russell County Middle School, Green County 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 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Adair County Middle School?
559 students attend Adair County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Adair County Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adair County Middle School?
Adair County Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adair County Middle School offer ?
Adair County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Adair County Middle School part of?
Adair County Middle School is part of Adair County School District.
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