Reidland High School was a public secondary school located in Paducah, Kentucky. Its mascot was the Greyhound, and its school colors were red and white. The school closed in 2013 with the consolidation of the three high schools in the McCracken County Public Schools district into a new McCracken County High School.
Serving 350 students in grades 6-8, Reidland Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Reidland Middle School serves the southeast part of Paducah, KY, covering an area of approximately 46.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Reidland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Reidland Middle School's student population of 350 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reidland Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reidland Middle School is 0.36, which is less 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
#238 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
9%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
79%
71%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reidland Middle School's ranking?
Reidland Middle School is ranked #238 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Reidland Middle School often compared to?
Reidland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Oak Middle School, Paducah Middle School, Heath Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Reidland Middle School?
350 students attend Reidland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Reidland Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reidland Middle School?
Reidland Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Reidland Middle School offer ?
Reidland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reidland Middle School part of?
Reidland Middle School is part of Mccracken County School District.
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