Muhlenberg South Middle School serves 460 students in grades 6-8.
Muhlenberg South Middle School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 25% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muhlenberg South Middle School's student population of 460 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Muhlenberg South Middle School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Muhlenberg South Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#506 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
8%
Black
3%
11%
White
91%
75%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muhlenberg South Middle School's ranking?
Muhlenberg South Middle School is ranked #506 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Muhlenberg South Middle School?
460 students attend Muhlenberg South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Muhlenberg South Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muhlenberg South Middle School?
Muhlenberg South Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Muhlenberg South Middle School offer ?
Muhlenberg South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Muhlenberg South Middle School part of?
Muhlenberg South Middle School is part of Muhlenberg County School District.
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