Serving 1,084 students in grades 6-8, Leestown 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 41% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,084 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Leestown Middle School serves the northwest area of Lexington, KY, encompassing approximately 40.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 6.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leestown Middle School's student population of 1,084 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,084 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leestown 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 Leestown Middle School is 0.73, which is more 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
#572 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leestown Middle School's ranking?
Leestown Middle School is ranked #572 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Leestown Middle School often compared to?
Leestown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaumont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Leestown Middle School?
1,084 students attend Leestown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Leestown Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 27% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leestown Middle School?
Leestown Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Leestown Middle School offer ?
Leestown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leestown Middle School part of?
Leestown Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
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