Serving 399 students in grades 6-8, Monroe Co Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monroe County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 332.1 square miles in Tompkinsville, KY. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monroe Co Middle School's student population of 399 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
399 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Monroe Co 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 Monroe Co Middle School is 0.29, 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
#694 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
3%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
84%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
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)18.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Monroe Co Middle School's ranking?
Monroe Co Middle School is ranked #694 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Monroe Co Middle School?
399 students attend Monroe Co Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Monroe Co Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monroe Co Middle School?
Monroe Co Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Monroe Co Middle School offer ?
Monroe Co Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Monroe Co Middle School part of?
Monroe Co Middle School is part of Monroe County School District.
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