Serving 768 students in grades 6-8, Anderson 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 35% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Anderson County Middle School serves the entire district of Lawrenceburg, KY, encompassing approximately 204.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive time of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school being about 16.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anderson County Middle School's student population of 768 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
768 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
'There’s no place like home.'
School Rankings
Anderson County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anderson County Middle School is 0.22, 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
#709 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 Anderson County Middle School's ranking?
Anderson County Middle School is ranked #709 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Anderson County Middle School?
768 students attend Anderson County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Anderson County Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anderson County Middle School?
Anderson County Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Anderson County Middle School offer ?
Anderson County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anderson County Middle School part of?
Anderson County Middle School is part of Anderson County School District.
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