Serving 418 students in grades 6-8, Phillip Sharp 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 19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
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Phillip Sharp Middle School's student population of 418 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Phillip Sharp 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 Phillip Sharp Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1114 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
95%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Phillip Sharp Middle School's ranking?
Phillip Sharp Middle School is ranked #1114 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Phillip Sharp Middle School?
418 students attend Phillip Sharp Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Phillip Sharp Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phillip Sharp Middle School?
Phillip Sharp Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Phillip Sharp Middle School offer ?
Phillip Sharp Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Phillip Sharp Middle School part of?
Phillip Sharp Middle School is part of Pendleton County School District.
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