Serving 131 students in grades 6-8, Fleming Neon 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 30-34% (which is lower than 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 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fleming Neon Middle School serves the northeastern part of Neon, KY, covering an area of approximately 47.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the school's edge and some at the furthest point being 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fleming Neon Middle School's student population of 131 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
131 students
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
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School Rankings
Fleming Neon 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 Fleming Neon Middle School is 0.06, 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
#642 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Showing 2014–2023. Show full history, 2010–2023 (no data for 2020)
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2013–2022. Show full history, 2010–2022 (no data for 2020)
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.9%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1997–2025 (no data for 2004 and 2005)
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025 (no data for 2004, 2005 and 2023)
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fleming Neon Middle School's ranking?
Fleming Neon Middle School is ranked #642 out of 1,250 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?
30-34% 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 Fleming Neon Middle School?
131 students attend Fleming Neon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Fleming Neon Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fleming Neon Middle School?
Fleming Neon Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Fleming Neon Middle School offer ?
Fleming Neon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fleming Neon Middle School part of?
Fleming Neon Middle School is part of Letcher County School District.
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