Serving 421 students in grades 6-8, Henry County Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 276.4 square miles in New Castle, KY, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes to the school and an average distance of 10.7 miles to its zone edge. The furthest point from the school is about 17.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Henry County Middle School's student population of 421 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Henry County Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry County Middle School is 0.24, 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
#857 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
87%
71%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Henry County Middle School's ranking?
Henry County Middle School is ranked #857 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Henry County Middle School often compared to?
Henry County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eminence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Henry County Middle School?
421 students attend Henry County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Henry County Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry County Middle School?
Henry County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Henry County Middle School offer ?
Henry County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry County Middle School part of?
Henry County Middle School is part of Henry County School District.
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