Serving 400 students in grades 6-8, Bullitt Lick 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bullitt Lick Middle School's student population of 400 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bullitt Lick Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bullitt Lick Middle School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#969 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
84%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bullitt Lick Middle School's ranking?
Bullitt Lick Middle School is ranked #969 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bullitt Lick Middle School often compared to?
Bullitt Lick Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bernheim Middle School, Eastside 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 38% KY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bullitt Lick Middle School?
400 students attend Bullitt Lick Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Bullitt Lick Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bullitt Lick Middle School?
Bullitt Lick Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bullitt Lick Middle School offer ?
Bullitt Lick Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bullitt Lick Middle School part of?
Bullitt Lick Middle School is part of Bullitt County School District.
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