Serving 797 students in grades 6-8, Northern Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 797 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Middle School's student population of 797 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
797 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Northern Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Middle School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#250 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
89%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Middle School's ranking?
Northern Middle School is ranked #250 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Northern Middle School often compared to?
Northern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nancy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Northern Middle School?
797 students attend Northern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Northern Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern Middle School?
Northern Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Middle School offer ?
Northern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northern Middle School part of?
Northern Middle School is part of Pulaski County School District.
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