For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,106 students in 40403, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40403, KY are Farristown Middle School, Foley Middle School and Berea Community Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40403 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40403, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40403, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farristown Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
751 Farristown Industrial Road
Berea, KY 40403
(859) 387-8600
Berea, KY 40403
(859) 387-8600
Gr: 6-8 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Foley Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
275 Glades Rd
Berea, KY 40403
(859) 625-6140
Berea, KY 40403
(859) 625-6140
Gr: 6-8 | 429 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Berea Community Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Pirate Pkwy
Berea, KY 40403
(859) 986-4911
Berea, KY 40403
(859) 986-4911
Gr: 6-8 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40403, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40403, KY include Farristown Middle School, Foley Middle School and Berea Community Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40403?
3 public middle schools are located in 40403.
What is the racial composition of students in 40403?
40403 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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