Serving 1,029 students in grades 6-8, Ramsey 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 32% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,029 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ramsey Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ramsey Middle School's student population of 1,029 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,029 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ramsey Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ramsey Middle School is 0.71, 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
#985 out of 1267 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
34%
11%
White
39%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramsey Middle School's ranking?
Ramsey Middle School is ranked #985 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Ramsey Middle School often compared to?
Ramsey Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westport Middle School, Carrithers 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 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Ramsey Middle School?
1,029 students attend Ramsey Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ramsey Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramsey Middle School?
Ramsey Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ramsey Middle School offer ?
Ramsey Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramsey Middle School part of?
Ramsey Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
School Reviews
5 11/15/2012
Great teachers - very disciplined atmosphere condusive to learning
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