Serving 325 students in grades 7-8, Simons Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Simons Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Simons Middle School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Simons 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 Simons 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
#511 out of 1267 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
n/a
11%
White
92%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 Simons Middle School's ranking?
Simons Middle School is ranked #511 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Simons Middle School?
325 students attend Simons Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Simons Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Simons Middle School?
Simons Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Simons Middle School offer ?
Simons Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Simons Middle School part of?
Simons Middle School is part of Fleming County School District.
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