Serving 843 students in grades 6-8, Beaumont Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 843 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beaumont Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Beaumont Middle School's student population of 843 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
843 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beaumont Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beaumont Middle School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
2%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
11%
11%
White
57%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beaumont Middle School's ranking?
Beaumont Middle School is ranked #207 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Beaumont Middle School often compared to?
Beaumont Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School, Jessie M Clark Middle School, Leestown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Beaumont Middle School?
843 students attend Beaumont Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Beaumont Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beaumont Middle School?
Beaumont Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Beaumont Middle School offer ?
Beaumont Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Beaumont Middle School part of?
Beaumont Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Beaumont Middle School located?
Beaumont Middle School is located in the Garden Springs neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 1 other public schools located in Garden Springs.
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