Serving 371 students in grades 6-8, Bernheim 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 45% (which is equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bernheim Middle School serves the southern part of Shepherdsville, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 124 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest point in the zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bernheim Middle School's student population of 371 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Bernheim 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 Bernheim Middle School is 0.15, 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
#682 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernheim Middle School's ranking?
Bernheim Middle School is ranked #682 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bernheim Middle School often compared to?
Bernheim Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bullitt Lick Middle School, Eastside Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bernheim Middle School?
371 students attend Bernheim Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bernheim Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bernheim Middle School?
Bernheim Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bernheim Middle School offer ?
Bernheim Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bernheim Middle School part of?
Bernheim Middle School is part of Bullitt County School District.
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