Serving 702 students in grades 6-8, Lone Oak Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lone Oak Middle School serves the southern part of Paducah, KY, covering an area of approximately 76.1 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-12 minute drive to school, with the furthest edges of the zone being about 10.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lone Oak Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lone Oak Middle School's student population of 702 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lone Oak Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lone Oak Middle School is 0.34, 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
#192 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lone Oak Middle School's ranking?
Lone Oak Middle School is ranked #192 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Lone Oak Middle School often compared to?
Lone Oak Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paducah Middle School, Heath Middle School, Reidland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Lone Oak Middle School?
702 students attend Lone Oak Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lone Oak Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lone Oak Middle School?
Lone Oak Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lone Oak Middle School offer ?
Lone Oak Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lone Oak Middle School part of?
Lone Oak Middle School is part of Mccracken County School District.
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