Serving 563 students in grades 6-8, Shelby County West 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 22% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shelby County West Middle School serves the western part of its district in Shelbyville, KY, covering an area of approximately 181.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone is around 10-15 minutes, with distances reaching up to 13.1 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shelby County West Middle School's student population of 563 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shelby County West 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 Shelby County West Middle School is 0.62, 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
#1018 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
31%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
53%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelby County West Middle School's ranking?
Shelby County West Middle School is ranked #1018 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Shelby County West Middle School often compared to?
Shelby County West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shelby County East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Shelby County West Middle School?
563 students attend Shelby County West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Shelby County West Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelby County West Middle School?
Shelby County West Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Shelby County West Middle School offer ?
Shelby County West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelby County West Middle School part of?
Shelby County West Middle School is part of Shelby County School District.
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