Serving 395 students in grades 6-8, West Carter Middle School ranks in the top 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 23% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Carter Middle School's student population of 395 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Carter Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Carter Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#589 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Carter Middle School's ranking?
West Carter Middle School is ranked #589 out of 1,230 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?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend West Carter Middle School?
395 students attend West Carter Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West Carter Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Carter Middle School?
West Carter Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Carter Middle School offer ?
West Carter Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Carter Middle School part of?
West Carter Middle School is part of Carter County School District.
School Reviews
4 10/14/2017
i mean it's a good school
5 7/6/2015
hi my name is tracey estep. And i will be going here in august. I will be an 8th grade,and i come from tn.to lexington to here so i hope that i love it my cosins said i would love it here
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