Serving 618 students in grades 6-8, Boyd County 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 22% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boyd County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Boyd County Middle School's student population of 618 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Boyd County Middle 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 Boyd County Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1004 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
94%
71%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boyd County Middle School's ranking?
Boyd County Middle School is ranked #1004 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Boyd County Middle School often compared to?
Boyd County Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashland Middle School, Boyd County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Boyd County Middle School?
618 students attend Boyd County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Boyd County Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boyd County Middle School?
Boyd County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Boyd County Middle School offer ?
Boyd County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boyd County Middle School part of?
Boyd County Middle School is part of Boyd County School District.
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