Serving 966 students in grades 6-8, Leestown Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 966 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leestown Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leestown Middle School's student population of 966 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
966 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leestown 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 Leestown Middle School is 0.72, 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
#611 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
33%
9%
Black
28%
11%
White
31%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Leestown Middle School's ranking?
Leestown Middle School is ranked #611 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Leestown Middle School often compared to?
Leestown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaumont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Leestown Middle School?
966 students attend Leestown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Leestown Middle School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leestown Middle School?
Leestown Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Leestown Middle School offer ?
Leestown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Leestown Middle School part of?
Leestown Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
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