Serving 220 students in grades 6-8, Cumberland 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 9% 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: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cumberland County Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Burkesville, KY, encompassing approximately 310.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cumberland County Middle School's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
220 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cumberland 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 Cumberland County Middle School is 0.17, 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
#556 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Cumberland County Middle School's ranking?
Cumberland County Middle School is ranked #556 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Cumberland County Middle School?
220 students attend Cumberland County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cumberland County Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cumberland County Middle School?
Cumberland County Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cumberland County Middle School offer ?
Cumberland County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cumberland County Middle School part of?
Cumberland County Middle School is part of Cumberland County School District.
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