Serving 1,151 students in grades 6-8, Ramsey 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 32% (which is lower 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 63% 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: 1,151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ramsey Middle School serves the southeast part of Louisville, KY, covering an area of approximately 35.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 15.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ramsey Middle School's student population of 1,151 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,151 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ramsey 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 Ramsey Middle School is 0.73, 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
#1054 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)
32%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
31%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-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 Ramsey Middle School's ranking?
Ramsey Middle School is ranked #1054 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Ramsey Middle School often compared to?
Ramsey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carrithers Middle School, Westport Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Ramsey Middle School?
1,151 students attend Ramsey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Ramsey Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ramsey Middle School?
Ramsey Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ramsey Middle School offer ?
Ramsey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ramsey Middle School part of?
Ramsey Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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5 10/10/2025
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