Serving 815 students in grades 6-8, Winburn 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 26% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winburn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Winburn Middle School's student population of 815 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
815 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winburn Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winburn Middle School is 0.70, which is more 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
#778 out of 1230 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
37%
8%
Black
35%
11%
White
21%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winburn Middle School's ranking?
Winburn Middle School is ranked #778 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Winburn Middle School often compared to?
Winburn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryan Station Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Winburn Middle School?
815 students attend Winburn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Winburn Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winburn Middle School?
Winburn Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Winburn Middle School offer ?
Winburn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Winburn Middle School part of?
Winburn Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Winburn Middle School located?
Winburn Middle School is located in the Winburn neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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