Serving 768 students in grades 6-8, Winburn 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 23% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 768 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winburn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Winburn Middle School's student population of 768 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
768 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Winburn 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 Winburn Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1011 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
39%
10%
Black
33%
11%
White
19%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winburn Middle School's ranking?
Winburn Middle School is ranked #1011 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Winburn Middle School often compared to?
Winburn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bryan Station Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Winburn Middle School?
768 students attend Winburn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Winburn Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winburn Middle School?
Winburn Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Winburn Middle School offer ?
Winburn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winburn Middle School part of?
Winburn Middle School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Winburn Middle School located?
Winburn Middle School is located in the Winburn neighborhood of Lexington, KY.
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