Serving 887 students in grades 6-8, West Jessamine Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (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 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Jessamine Middle School serves the northwest part of Nicholasville, KY, covering an area of approximately 99.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 4.9 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 9.9 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Jessamine Middle School's student population of 887 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
887 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Jessamine 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 West Jessamine 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
#333 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
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)
36%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. 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 West Jessamine Middle School's ranking?
West Jessamine Middle School is ranked #333 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are West Jessamine Middle School often compared to?
West Jessamine Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Jessamine Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% 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 West Jessamine Middle School?
887 students attend West Jessamine Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Jessamine Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Jessamine Middle School?
West Jessamine Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does West Jessamine Middle School offer ?
West Jessamine Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Jessamine Middle School part of?
West Jessamine Middle School is part of Jessamine County School District.
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