Serving 342 students in grades 6-8, Simons Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 40% (which is higher 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 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Simons Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Flemingsburg, KY, encompassing approximately 351.3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of up to 18 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Simons Middle School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Our Vision is to become a District of Distinction
School Rankings
Simons Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Simons Middle School is 0.15, 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
#611 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
11%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Simons Middle School's ranking?
Simons Middle School is ranked #611 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% 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 Simons Middle School?
342 students attend Simons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Simons Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Simons Middle School?
Simons Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Simons Middle School offer ?
Simons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Simons Middle School part of?
Simons Middle School is part of Fleming County School District.
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