Serving 591 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 38% (which is equal to 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (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 591 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
591 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Building leaders through innovation, excellence, and diversity.
School Rankings
Bardstown 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 Bardstown Middle School is 0.56, which is more 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
#548 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
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
11%
10%
Black
10%
11%
White
63%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
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 Bardstown Middle School's ranking?
Bardstown Middle School is ranked #548 out of 1,250 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?
38% 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?
591 students attend Bardstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Bardstown Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 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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