For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,302 students in 40503, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40503, KY are Scapa At Bluegrass and Jessie M Clark Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40503 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40503, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40503, KY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scapa At Bluegrass
(Math: 78% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
400 Lafayette Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 381-3332
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 381-3332
Gr: 4-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Jessie M Clark Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3341 Clays Mill Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 381-3036
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 381-3036
Gr: 6-8 | 1,002 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40503, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40503, KY include Scapa At Bluegrass and Jessie M Clark Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40503?
2 public middle schools are located in 40503.
What is the racial composition of students in 40503?
40503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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