Serving 775 students in grades 6-8, Twenhofel Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: TWENHOFEL MIDDLE SCHOOL serves the southern part of Independence, KY, covering an area of approximately 102.3 square miles, with most students living within a 10- to 15-minute drive from the school. The school’s attendance zone reaches up to 9.4 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Twenhofel Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Twenhofel Middle School's student population of 775 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
775 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Twenhofel Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Twenhofel Middle School is 0.24, 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
#253 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
11%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Twenhofel Middle School's ranking?
Twenhofel Middle School is ranked #253 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Twenhofel Middle School often compared to?
Twenhofel Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Twenhofel Middle School?
775 students attend Twenhofel Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Twenhofel Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Twenhofel Middle School?
Twenhofel Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Twenhofel Middle School offer ?
Twenhofel Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Twenhofel Middle School part of?
Twenhofel Middle School is part of Kenton County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love it here I'm in 8th grade and all the teachers are so nice.
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