Hazard Middle School serves 292 students in grades 5-8.
Hazard Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hazard Middle School's student population of 292 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hazard Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Hazard Middle School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#313 out of 1230 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
5%
11%
White
87%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hazard Middle School's ranking?
Hazard Middle School is ranked #313 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 30% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Hazard Middle School?
292 students attend Hazard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hazard Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hazard Middle School?
Hazard Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hazard Middle School offer ?
Hazard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hazard Middle School part of?
Hazard Middle School is part of Hazard Independent School District.
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