Serving 557 students in grades 6-8, Bardstown 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 41% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 557 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bardstown Middle School's student population of 557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
557 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Bardstown Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bardstown Middle School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#505 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
69%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bardstown Middle School's ranking?
Bardstown Middle School is ranked #505 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bardstown Middle School often compared to?
Bardstown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Old Kentucky Home Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bardstown Middle School?
557 students attend Bardstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Bardstown Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bardstown Middle School?
Bardstown Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bardstown Middle School offer ?
Bardstown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bardstown Middle School part of?
Bardstown Middle School is part of Bardstown Independent School District.
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