Serving 767 students in grades 6-8, Tates Creek 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 32% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 767 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tates Creek Middle School serves the southern part of Lexington, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 8.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the nearest boundary and the furthest edge being 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tates Creek Middle School's student population of 767 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
767 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Tates Creek 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 Tates Creek Middle School is 0.72, 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
#830 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
17%
10%
Black
28%
11%
White
41%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tates Creek Middle School's ranking?
Tates Creek Middle School is ranked #830 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Tates Creek Middle School often compared to?
Tates Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Middle School, Crawford Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Tates Creek Middle School?
767 students attend Tates Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Tates Creek Middle School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tates Creek Middle School?
Tates Creek Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Tates Creek Middle School offer ?
Tates Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tates Creek Middle School part of?
Tates Creek Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Poor supervision iof students..Bullying in halls.
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