Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Paducah 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 30% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (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 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Paducah Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Paducah Middle School's student population of 628 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Paducah 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 Paducah Middle School is 0.65, 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
#769 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
40%
11%
White
43%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Paducah Middle School's ranking?
Paducah Middle School is ranked #769 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Paducah Middle School often compared to?
Paducah Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Oak Middle School, Reidland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Paducah Middle School?
628 students attend Paducah Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Paducah Middle School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Paducah Middle School?
Paducah Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Paducah Middle School offer ?
Paducah Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Paducah Middle School part of?
Paducah Middle School is part of Paducah Independent School District.
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