Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Meyzeek Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 78% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 847 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Meyzeek Middle School serves the northwest part of Louisville, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles to the school and a maximum distance of 3.9 miles to the zone's furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meyzeek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meyzeek Middle School's student population of 847 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
847 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Meyzeek 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 Meyzeek Middle School is 0.75, 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
#151 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
27%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
35%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
22%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meyzeek Middle School's ranking?
Meyzeek Middle School is ranked #151 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Meyzeek Middle School often compared to?
Meyzeek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noe Middle School, Barret Traditional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Meyzeek Middle School?
847 students attend Meyzeek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Meyzeek Middle School students are Black, 27% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meyzeek Middle School?
Meyzeek Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meyzeek Middle School offer ?
Meyzeek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meyzeek Middle School part of?
Meyzeek Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Meyzeek Middle School located?
Meyzeek Middle School is located in the Smoketown neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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