Serving 622 students in grades 6-8, East Oldham Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 61% (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 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Oldham 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
School Overview
East Oldham Middle School's student population of 622 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Oldham 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 East Oldham Middle School is 0.24, which is less 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
#154 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
11%
White
87%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 East Oldham Middle School's ranking?
East Oldham Middle School is ranked #154 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are East Oldham Middle School often compared to?
East Oldham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Oldham Middle School, North Oldham Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% 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 East Oldham Middle School?
622 students attend East Oldham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of East Oldham Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Oldham Middle School?
East Oldham Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Oldham Middle School offer ?
East Oldham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Oldham Middle School part of?
East Oldham Middle School is part of Oldham County School District.
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