Model Laboratory High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 60-69% (which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 60-69% (which was higher than the Kentucky state average of 56%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students (19-20)
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-69%
56%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
(19-20)1%
n/a
Asian
(19-20)8%
2%
Hispanic
(19-20)n/a
7%
Black
(19-20)2%
11%
White
(19-20)86%
76%
Hawaiian
(19-20)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)3%
4%
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
10%
53%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Model Laboratory School is a semi-private laboratory school located on the campus of Eastern Kentucky University, in Richmond, Kentucky, United States. It was founded in 1906 when EKU was strictly a teacher's college, and is now home to students in grades pre-k through 12. Enrollment is open to the public, but there is a strict limit as to the number of students per grade level along with a fee for tuition. Model consistently ranks among the top 10% of schools in Kentucky in regards to the state's accountablilty testing system (KATS) and provides an opportunity for future teachers from EKU's College of Education to gain valuable experience in a real classroom environment. Since 1960, Model has been housed in the Donovan Building, named for Dr. Herman Lee Donovan the president of the university from 1928 to 1941. The school's mascot was formerly the Rebels, but was changed to the Patriots by the student council in 1973. Model is also the only laboratory school in the state of Kentucky.
- Model offers a wide variety of athletics including swimming, diving, tennis, golf, soccer, baseball, basketball, softball, track, and cross-sountry. Model also has many clubs and organizations available to its students including one of the oldest Key Clubs in the country.
- Eastern Kentucky University and Model Laboratory School both celebrated their centennial anniversiaries in 2006.
- Laboratory School Association is NALS: The International Association of Laboratory and University Affiliated Schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% KY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 56% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Model Laboratory High School?
The graduation rate of Model Laboratory High School is 90%, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Model Laboratory High School?
220 students attend Model Laboratory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Model Laboratory High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Model Laboratory High School offer ?
Model Laboratory High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Model Laboratory High School part of?
Model Laboratory High School is part of Madison County School District.
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