For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 627 students in Columbia, KY.
The top ranked public middle schools in Columbia, KY are Adair Learning Academy and Adair County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Columbia, KY public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in Columbia have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Columbia, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Adair Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Appleby Dr
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 384-0811
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 384-0811
Gr: 5-12 | 61 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Adair County Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
322 General John Adair Dr
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 384-5308
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 384-5308
Gr: 6-8 | 566 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Columbia, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
220 General John Adair Dr
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 384-3367
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 384-3367
202 General John Adair Dr
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 384-3341
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 384-3341
Gr: 3-5 | 366 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
7445 Liberty Rd
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 384-2933
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 384-2933
Gr: PK-8 | 190 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
44 Weed-sparksville Road
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 378-6565
Columbia, KY 42728
(270) 378-6565
Gr: PK-8 | 146 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Columbia, KY?
The top ranked public middle schools in Columbia, KY include Adair Learning Academy and Adair County Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Columbia?
2 public middle schools are located in Columbia.
What is the racial composition of students in Columbia?
Columbia public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Why Single-Sex Public Schools are Growing in Popularity
This article examines the growing trend of single-sex public schools in the United States. It explores the potential benefits, research findings, and controversies surrounding gender-specific education, as well as the factors driving its increasing popularity among parents and educators.
When Teachers Cheat: The Standardized Test Controversies
Teachers across the country are being accused of cheating on standardized tests, using erasers to conveniently change their students’ answers. However, are these teachers driven to cheat because the funding system is flawed?
When Field Trips Turn Deadly: Who is Responsible?
Recent deaths during field trips have parents and school officials questioning the safety of these excursions. Learn about these tragedies and what parameters should be in place to ensure a safe field trip.