Serving 567 students in grades 6-8, North 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 20% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Middle School serves the northern part of Radcliff, KY, encompassing an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Middle School's student population of 567 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
North 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 North Middle School is 0.72, 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
#1059 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
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)24.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
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 North Middle School's ranking?
North Middle School is ranked #1059 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are North Middle School often compared to?
North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James T Alton Middle School, Bluegrass Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend North Middle School?
567 students attend North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of North Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Middle School?
North Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does North Middle School offer ?
North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Middle School part of?
North Middle School is part of Hardin County School District.
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