Serving 764 students in grades 6-8, Southern Middle 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 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Southern Middle School's student population of 764 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Southern Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Middle School is 0.68, 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
#718 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
15%
10%
Black
25%
11%
White
49%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Middle School's ranking?
Southern Middle School is ranked #718 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Southern Middle School often compared to?
Southern Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tates Creek Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Southern Middle School?
764 students attend Southern Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Southern Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Middle School?
Southern Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Southern Middle School offer ?
Southern Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southern Middle School part of?
Southern Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
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