Serving 683 students in grades 6-8, Eastside 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 61% (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 8% 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: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eastside 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
Eastside Middle School's student population of 683 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eastside 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 Eastside Middle School is 0.15, 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
#106 out of 1267 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eastside Middle School's ranking?
Eastside Middle School is ranked #106 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Eastside Middle School often compared to?
Eastside Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Washington Middle School, Bullitt Lick Middle 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 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Eastside Middle School?
683 students attend Eastside Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Eastside Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eastside Middle School?
Eastside Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Eastside Middle School offer ?
Eastside Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eastside Middle School part of?
Eastside Middle School is part of Bullitt County School District.
School Reviews
1 5/6/2021
This is the worst school I have ever gone to the teachers are mean and they don't care how you do only the smart kids. The teachers are ugly no but or cha chas and I want one with some.
5 10/9/2020
Lady, you don't need a map of the inside. It's not a big school, but I got lost on my way to the toilet. Your kid will be fine.
5 7/6/2015
My child will be enrolling at Eastside middle school and I'm very nervous for my child. Could you please upload a map of inside the school so my child will know her way around? I would appreciate it if you could. Thank you.
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