Serving 729 students in grades 7-8, Drakes Creek Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Drakes Creek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Drakes Creek Middle School's student population of 729 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Drakes Creek Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Drakes Creek Middle School is 0.55, 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
#85 out of 1267 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
6%
11%
White
65%
73%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Drakes Creek Middle School's ranking?
Drakes Creek Middle School is ranked #85 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Drakes Creek Middle School often compared to?
Drakes Creek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Warren Middle School, Bowling Green Junior High School, Greenwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Drakes Creek Middle School?
729 students attend Drakes Creek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Drakes Creek Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Drakes Creek Middle School?
Drakes Creek Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Drakes Creek Middle School offer ?
Drakes Creek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Drakes Creek Middle School part of?
Drakes Creek Middle School is part of Warren County School District.
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