Johnson County Middle School

251 N Mayo Tr
Paintsville, KY 41240
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 430 students in grades 7-8, Johnson County Middle School ranks in the top 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 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 430 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 50% in KY
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Johnson County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:

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School Overview

Johnson County Middle School's student population of 430 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
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School Rankings

Johnson County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson County Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (KY)
#479 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
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25%
30%
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49%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
2%
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Hispanic
1%
8%
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Black
1%
11%
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White
95%
74%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.10
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Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Johnson County Middle School's ranking?
Johnson County Middle School is ranked #479 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Johnson County Middle School often compared to?
Johnson County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Central High School, Paintsville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Johnson County Middle School?
430 students attend Johnson County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Johnson County Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Johnson County Middle School?
Johnson County Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Johnson County Middle School offer ?
Johnson County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson County Middle School part of?
Johnson County Middle School is part of Johnson County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 7-8
  • Enrollment: 430 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 5%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 49% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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