Serving 661 students in grades 6-8, Henderson County South Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Henderson County South Middle School serves the western part of Henderson, KY, covering an area of approximately 240.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 9.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 18.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henderson County South Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Henderson County South Middle School's student population of 661 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henderson County South Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henderson County South Middle School is 0.42, 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
#123 out of 1250 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henderson County South Middle School's ranking?
Henderson County South Middle School is ranked #123 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Henderson County South Middle School often compared to?
Henderson County South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henderson County North Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Henderson County South Middle School?
661 students attend Henderson County South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Henderson County South Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henderson County South Middle School?
Henderson County South Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Henderson County South Middle School offer ?
Henderson County South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henderson County South Middle School part of?
Henderson County South Middle School is part of Henderson County School District.
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