Marion C. Moore is a public middle school and high school located in Louisville, Kentucky, United States.
Serving 2,031 students in grades 6-12, Marion C. Moore School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 2,031 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marion C. Moore School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Marion C. Moore School's student population of 2,031 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 140 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,031 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
140 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Black, Blue, Grey
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marion C. Moore School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marion C. Moore School is 0.73, 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
#1200 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
30%
10%
Black
34%
11%
White
25%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang (high School), Thoroughbreds (middle School).
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marion C. Moore School's ranking?
Marion C. Moore School is ranked #1200 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Marion C. Moore School often compared to?
Marion C. Moore Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lassiter Middle School, Knight Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Marion C. Moore School?
The graduation rate of Marion C. Moore School is 85%, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Marion C. Moore School?
2,031 students attend Marion C. Moore School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Marion C. Moore School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marion C. Moore School?
Marion C. Moore School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Marion C. Moore School offer ?
Marion C. Moore School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marion C. Moore School part of?
Marion C. Moore School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Marion C. Moore School located?
Marion C. Moore School is located in the Highview neighborhood of Louisville, KY. There are 2 other public schools located in Highview.
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