Serving 420 students in grades 6-8, Trigg County 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 36% (which is lower 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 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Trigg County Middle School serves the entire district of Cadiz, KY, covering an area of approximately 446 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trigg County Middle School's student population of 420 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Trigg County 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 Trigg County Middle School is 0.35, 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
#683 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
80%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 Trigg County Middle School's ranking?
Trigg County Middle School is ranked #683 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Trigg County Middle School often compared to?
Trigg County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trigg County High School, Trigg County Intermediate School, Trigg County Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% 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 Trigg County Middle School?
420 students attend Trigg County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Trigg County Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trigg County Middle School?
Trigg County Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Trigg County Middle School offer ?
Trigg County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trigg County Middle School part of?
Trigg County Middle School is part of Trigg County School District.
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