Serving 612 students in grades 6-8, James T Alton Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to 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 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: James T Alton Middle School serves the northern part of Vine Grove, KY, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 67.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the nearest zone edge located about 3.9 miles away and the furthest point at 8.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
James T Alton Middle School's student population of 612 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
James T Alton Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James T Alton Middle School is 0.62, which is more 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
#607 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
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)17.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James T Alton Middle School's ranking?
James T Alton Middle School is ranked #607 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are James T Alton Middle School often compared to?
James T Alton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Middle School, Bluegrass Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend James T Alton Middle School?
612 students attend James T Alton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of James T Alton Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of James T Alton Middle School?
James T Alton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does James T Alton Middle School offer ?
James T Alton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is James T Alton Middle School part of?
James T Alton Middle School is part of Hardin County School District.
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