Serving 522 students in grades 6-8, Knox County 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 42% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Knox County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Barbourville, KY, covering approximately 314.2 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 10.4 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 18.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Knox County Middle School's student population of 522 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
522 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Knox County 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 Knox County Middle School is 0.08, which is less 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
#462 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Knox County Middle School's ranking?
Knox County Middle School is ranked #462 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Knox County Middle School?
522 students attend Knox County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Knox County Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Knox County Middle School?
Knox County Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Knox County Middle School offer ?
Knox County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Knox County Middle School part of?
Knox County Middle School is part of Knox County School District.
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