For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,878 students in 42301, KY.
The top ranked public middle schools in 42301, KY are Owensboro Innovation Middle School, F T Burns Middle School and Owensboro Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 42301 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 42301, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42301, KY Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Owensboro Innovation Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2631 S Griffith Ave
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1128
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1128
Gr: 6-8 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
F T Burns Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4610 Goetz Drive
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7400
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Owensboro Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Booth Ave
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1130
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1130
Gr: 6-8 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
The Center For Academic Improvement
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3361 Buckland Square
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7200
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 852-7200
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
42301, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2631 South Griffith Ave
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1128
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 686-1128
Gr: 5-6
Valley Elementary School (Closed 2024)
Alternative School
1000 Industrial Drive
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Gr: K-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Valley High School (Closed 2025)
Alternative School
1000 Industrial Dr.
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Owensboro, KY 42301
(270) 689-6773
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 42301, KY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 42301, KY include Owensboro Innovation Middle School, F T Burns Middle School and Owensboro Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 42301?
4 public middle schools are located in 42301.
What is the racial composition of students in 42301?
42301 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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