Serving 343 students in grades 6-8, Zoneton 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 19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Zoneton Middle School serves the northern part of Shepherdsville, KY, covering an attendance zone of approximately 3.4 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zoneton Middle School's student population of 343 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Zoneton 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 Zoneton Middle School is 0.47, 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
#1022 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
15%
10%
Black
7%
11%
White
71%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zoneton Middle School's ranking?
Zoneton Middle School is ranked #1022 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Zoneton Middle School often compared to?
Zoneton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Zoneton Middle School?
343 students attend Zoneton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Zoneton Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zoneton Middle School?
Zoneton Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Zoneton Middle School offer ?
Zoneton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Zoneton Middle School part of?
Zoneton Middle School is part of Bullitt County School District.
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