Serving 319 students in grades 7-8, Webster 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 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Webster County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Dixon, KY, covering approximately 335.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 19.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Webster County Middle School's student population of 319 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Webster 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 Webster County Middle School is 0.46, 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
#801 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
23%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-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 Webster County Middle School's ranking?
Webster County Middle School is ranked #801 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Webster County Middle School?
319 students attend Webster County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Webster County Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster County Middle School?
Webster County Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Webster County Middle School offer ?
Webster County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Webster County Middle School part of?
Webster County Middle School is part of Webster County School District.
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