Serving 423 students in grades 6-8, Bullitt Lick 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 20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bullitt Lick Middle School serves the western part of Shepherdsville, KY, covering an area of approximately 40 square miles. Most students live within a typical 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bullitt Lick Middle School's student population of 423 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
423 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Bullitt Lick 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 Bullitt Lick Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1051 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bullitt Lick Middle School's ranking?
Bullitt Lick Middle School is ranked #1051 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bullitt Lick Middle School often compared to?
Bullitt Lick Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bernheim Middle School, Eastside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bullitt Lick Middle School?
423 students attend Bullitt Lick Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Bullitt Lick Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bullitt Lick Middle School?
Bullitt Lick Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bullitt Lick Middle School offer ?
Bullitt Lick Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bullitt Lick Middle School part of?
Bullitt Lick Middle School is part of Bullitt County School District.
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