Serving 649 students in grades 7-8, Barren 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 39% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Barren County Middle School serves the entire district of Glasgow, KY, encompassing an area of approximately 476.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 17.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barren County Middle School's student population of 649 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
649 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Where Opportunity Creates Success
School Rankings
Barren 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 Barren County Middle School is 0.20, 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
#520 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojan
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barren County Middle School's ranking?
Barren County Middle School is ranked #520 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Barren County Middle School often compared to?
Barren County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glasgow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Barren County Middle School?
649 students attend Barren County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Barren County Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barren County Middle School?
Barren County Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Barren County Middle School offer ?
Barren County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barren County Middle School part of?
Barren County Middle School is part of Barren County School District.
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