Serving 310 students in grades 6-8, Metcalfe County Middle 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 23% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Metcalfe County Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Edmonton, KY, encompassing approximately 291.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Metcalfe County Middle School's student population of 310 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Metcalfe County Middle 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 Metcalfe County Middle School is 0.15, 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
#1097 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
71%
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metcalfe County Middle School's ranking?
Metcalfe County Middle School is ranked #1097 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Metcalfe County Middle School?
310 students attend Metcalfe County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Metcalfe County Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metcalfe County Middle School?
Metcalfe County Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Metcalfe County Middle School offer ?
Metcalfe County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metcalfe County Middle School part of?
Metcalfe County Middle School is part of Metcalfe County School District.
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