Serving 429 students in grades 6-8, Foley Middle School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 9% 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: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Foley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Foley Middle School's student population of 429 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Foley Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Foley Middle School is 0.17, 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
#435 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1

American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%

Hispanic
3%
10%

Black
1%
11%

White
91%
72%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
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 Foley Middle School's ranking?
Foley Middle School is ranked #435 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Foley Middle School often compared to?
Foley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like B. Michael Caudill Middle School, Clark Moores Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Foley Middle School?
429 students attend Foley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Foley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Foley Middle School?
Foley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Foley Middle School offer ?
Foley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Foley Middle School part of?
Foley Middle School is part of Madison County School District.
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