Heath High School was a secondary school operated by the McCracken County Public Schools district in the rural community of West Paducah, unincorporated McCracken County, Kentucky, near the largest city in the state's far-western Purchase region, Paducah. Established in 1910, the school served students in grades 9–12.
Serving 433 students in grades 6-8, Heath Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heath Middle School serves the northwest part of West Paducah, KY, encompassing an area of approximately 117.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heath Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Heath Middle School's student population of 433 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
433 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heath Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heath Middle School is 0.31, 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
#246 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
4%
11%
White
83%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heath Middle School's ranking?
Heath Middle School is ranked #246 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Heath Middle School often compared to?
Heath Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Oak Middle School, Reidland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Heath Middle School?
433 students attend Heath Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Heath Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heath Middle School?
Heath Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Heath Middle School offer ?
Heath Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Heath Middle School part of?
Heath Middle School is part of Mccracken County School District.
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