Serving 543 students in grades 6-8, Garrard 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 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Garrard Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lancaster, KY, covering approximately 234 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garrard Middle School's student population of 543 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Garrard 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 Garrard Middle School is 0.24, 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
#891 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Garrard County Schools - Our Mission is Students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garrard Middle School's ranking?
Garrard Middle School is ranked #891 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Garrard Middle School?
543 students attend Garrard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Garrard Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garrard Middle School?
Garrard Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Garrard Middle School offer ?
Garrard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Garrard Middle School part of?
Garrard Middle School is part of Garrard County School District.
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