Serving 733 students in grades 7-8, Drakes Creek Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than 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 40% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 733 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drakes Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Drakes Creek Middle School's student population of 733 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
733 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Mascot
Gators
School Rankings
Drakes Creek Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drakes Creek Middle School is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#107 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
9%
11%
White
60%
72%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
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: Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drakes Creek Middle School's ranking?
Drakes Creek Middle School is ranked #107 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Drakes Creek Middle School often compared to?
Drakes Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Warren Middle School, Bowling Green Junior High School, Greenwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Drakes Creek Middle School?
733 students attend Drakes Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Drakes Creek Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Drakes Creek Middle School?
Drakes Creek Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Drakes Creek Middle School offer ?
Drakes Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Drakes Creek Middle School part of?
Drakes Creek Middle School is part of Warren County School District.
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