Serving 570 students in grades 3-5, Mercer County Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 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 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mercer County Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire Harrodsburg, KY school district, encompassing approximately 231.9 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to its edge and a maximum distance of 14.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mercer County Intermediate School's student population of 570 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mercer County Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mercer County Intermediate School is 0.32, 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
#864 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
82%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercer County Intermediate School's ranking?
Mercer County Intermediate School is ranked #864 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Mercer County Intermediate School?
570 students attend Mercer County Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mercer County Intermediate School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercer County Intermediate School?
Mercer County Intermediate School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mercer County Intermediate School offer ?
Mercer County Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mercer County Intermediate School part of?
Mercer County Intermediate School is part of Mercer County School District.
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