Serving 871 students in grades 6-8, Muhlenberg 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 26% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Muhlenberg North Middle serves the northwest part of its school district in Greenville, KY, covering an area of approximately 206.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.6 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muhlenberg County Middle School's student population of 871 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
871 students
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Motto
'Home of the Stars'
School Rankings
Muhlenberg 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 Muhlenberg County Middle School is 0.21, 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
#918 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
89%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Stars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muhlenberg County Middle School's ranking?
Muhlenberg County Middle School is ranked #918 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Muhlenberg County Middle School?
871 students attend Muhlenberg County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Muhlenberg County Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muhlenberg County Middle School?
Muhlenberg County Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Muhlenberg County Middle School offer ?
Muhlenberg County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Muhlenberg County Middle School part of?
Muhlenberg County Middle School is part of Muhlenberg County School District.
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