Lee County Middle High School is a senior high school in Beattyville, Kentucky. It is a part of Lee County School District.
Serving 448 students in grades 6-12, Lee County Middle High 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 25% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in KY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Lee County Middle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Lee County Middle High School's student population of 448 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Colors
Blue, Scarlet
Lee County Middle High 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 Lee County Middle High School is 0.06, which is less 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
#1007 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
97%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Lee County Middle High School's ranking?
Lee County Middle High School is ranked #1007 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lee County Middle High School?
The graduation rate of Lee County Middle High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lee County Middle High School?
448 students attend Lee County Middle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Lee County Middle High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee County Middle High School?
Lee County Middle High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Lee County Middle High School offer ?
Lee County Middle High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lee County Middle High School part of?
Lee County Middle High School is part of Lee County School District.
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