Serving 896 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 54% (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 73% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 896 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 10%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Meyzeek Middle School's student population of 896 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
896 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Meyzeek Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 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 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#150 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
29%
11%
White
27%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meyzeek Middle School's ranking?
Meyzeek Middle School is ranked #150 out of 1,267 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?
54% 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?
896 students attend Meyzeek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Meyzeek Middle School students are Asian, 29% of students are Black, 27% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 6% 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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