Serving 311 students in grades 6-8, James D. Adams 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 25% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James D Adams Middle School serves the northwest part of Prestonsburg, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 131.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 8.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 11.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
James D. Adams Middle School's student population of 311 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
James D. Adams 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 James D. Adams Middle School is 0.12, 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
#935 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
94%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James D. Adams Middle School's ranking?
James D. Adams Middle School is ranked #935 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend James D. Adams Middle School?
311 students attend James D. Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of James D. Adams Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James D. Adams Middle School?
James D. Adams Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does James D. Adams Middle School offer ?
James D. Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James D. Adams Middle School part of?
James D. Adams Middle School is part of Floyd County School District.
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