Heath Middle School

4336 Metropolis Lake Rd
West Paducah, KY 42086
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 405 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 48% (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 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 405 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 20% in KY
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • 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:

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Attribute

School Overview

Heath Middle School's student population of 405 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1910

School Rankings

Heath Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 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 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#239 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
48%
38%
56%
45%
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
5%
11%
White
83%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.31
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Heath Middle School's ranking?
Heath Middle School is ranked #239 out of 1,267 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% 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?
405 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 Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heath Middle School?
Heath Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 405 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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