Serving 308 students in grades 6-8, Hancock County Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 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: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hancock County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lewisport, KY, covering approximately 198.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum of 20.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hancock County Middle School's student population of 308 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
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School Rankings
Hancock County Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hancock 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
#372 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
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Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
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Black
1%
11%
White
91%
71%
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Two or more races
3%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock County Middle School's ranking?
Hancock County Middle School is ranked #372 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Hancock County Middle School often compared to?
Hancock County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like College View Middle School, North Hancock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Hancock County Middle School?
308 students attend Hancock County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hancock County Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hancock County Middle School?
Hancock County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hancock County Middle School offer ?
Hancock County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hancock County Middle School part of?
Hancock County Middle School is part of Hancock County School District.
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