Serving 615 students in grades 6-8, Newburg 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 21% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 615 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newburg Middle School serves the southeast area of Louisville, KY, covering approximately 26 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located up to 10.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newburg Middle School's student population of 615 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
615 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newburg 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 Newburg Middle School is 0.71, 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
#1081 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
44%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newburg Middle School's ranking?
Newburg Middle School is ranked #1081 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Newburg Middle School?
615 students attend Newburg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Newburg Middle School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newburg Middle School?
Newburg Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Newburg Middle School offer ?
Newburg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newburg Middle School part of?
Newburg Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Newburg Middle School located?
Newburg Middle School is located in the Newburg neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 8 other public schools located in Newburg.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is Theresa Lonas from this school and i would like to give this school a very good comliment for helpin me out and teachin me alot. the quality of academic programes is really good and funa and the activites are the really good part of this schools environment and good for us students... the awords are really cool and exciting to get when you do somethin good. i give this school a 100% good report.
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