Serving 928 students in grades 6-8, Mcnabb Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McNabb Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mount Sterling, KY, covering approximately 198.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 12.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcnabb Middle School's student population of 928 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
928 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Mcnabb 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 Mcnabb Middle School is 0.20, 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
#519 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)40.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Mcnabb Middle School's ranking?
Mcnabb Middle School is ranked #519 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Mcnabb Middle School?
928 students attend Mcnabb Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mcnabb Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcnabb Middle School?
Mcnabb Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mcnabb Middle School offer ?
Mcnabb Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcnabb Middle School part of?
Mcnabb Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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