Serving 950 students in grades 6-8, Turkey Foot Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 47% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 950 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turkey Foot Middle School's student population of 950 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
950 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Turkey Foot Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turkey Foot Middle School is 0.48, which is more 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
#269 out of 1267 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
4%
11%
White
71%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turkey Foot Middle School's ranking?
Turkey Foot Middle School is ranked #269 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Turkey Foot Middle School often compared to?
Turkey Foot Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Turkey Foot Middle School?
950 students attend Turkey Foot Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Turkey Foot Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turkey Foot Middle School?
Turkey Foot Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Turkey Foot Middle School offer ?
Turkey Foot Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Turkey Foot Middle School part of?
Turkey Foot Middle School is part of Kenton County School District.
School Reviews
5 4/10/2012
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