Serving 632 students in grades 6-8, Paducah 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 30% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 632 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Paducah Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Paducah, KY, covering approximately 10.6 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the zone's edges, and the furthest edge located 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paducah Middle School's student population of 632 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
632 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Paducah 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 Paducah Middle School is 0.67, 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
#769 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
36%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
43%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paducah Middle School's ranking?
Paducah Middle School is ranked #769 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Paducah Middle School often compared to?
Paducah Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Oak Middle School, Reidland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Paducah Middle School?
632 students attend Paducah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Paducah Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paducah Middle School?
Paducah Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paducah Middle School offer ?
Paducah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paducah Middle School part of?
Paducah Middle School is part of Paducah Independent School District.
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