For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,541 students in 40517, KY.
The top ranked public middle schools in 40517, KY are Southern Middle School and Tates Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40517 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40517, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black).
Best 40517, KY Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southern Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Wilson-downing Rd
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3582
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3582
Grades: 6-8
| 772 students
Rank: #22.
Tates Creek Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1105 Centre Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3052
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3052
Grades: 6-8
| 769 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 40517, KY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 40517, KY include Southern Middle School and Tates Creek Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40517?
2 public middle schools are located in 40517.
What is the racial composition of students in 40517?
40517 public middle schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black).
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