Serving 874 students in grades 6-8, Jefferson County Traditional Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson County Traditional Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Jefferson County Traditional Middle School's student population of 874 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Jefferson County Traditional Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson County Traditional Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#370 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
36%
11%
White
46%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson County Traditional Middle School's ranking?
Jefferson County Traditional Middle School is ranked #370 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Jefferson County Traditional Middle School often compared to?
Jefferson County Traditional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barret Traditional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Jefferson County Traditional Middle School?
874 students attend Jefferson County Traditional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Jefferson County Traditional Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson County Traditional Middle School?
Jefferson County Traditional Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Jefferson County Traditional Middle School offer ?
Jefferson County Traditional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson County Traditional Middle School part of?
Jefferson County Traditional Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Jefferson County Traditional Middle School located?
Jefferson County Traditional Middle School is located in the Original Highlands neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in Original Highlands.
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