Berea Community Middle School

1 Pirate Pkwy
Berea, KY 40403
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 210 students in grades 6-8, Berea Community 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 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 210 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Bottom 50% in KY
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Berea Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

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School Overview

Berea Community Middle School's student population of 210 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers

School Rankings

Berea Community Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berea Community Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#853 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
31%
38%
37%
45%
15-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
4%
11%
White
81%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.34
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Berea Community Middle School's ranking?
Berea Community Middle School is ranked #853 out of 1,267 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Berea Community Middle School?
210 students attend Berea Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Berea Community Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berea Community Middle School?
Berea Community Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Berea Community Middle School offer ?
Berea Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berea Community Middle School part of?
Berea Community Middle School is part of Berea Independent School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 210 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 19%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 37% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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