Serving 990 students in grades 6-8, Meyzeek Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meyzeek Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Meyzeek Middle School's student population of 990 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
990 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Meyzeek Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meyzeek Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#77 out of 1230 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
27%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
26%
11%
White
36%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meyzeek Middle School's ranking?
Meyzeek Middle School is ranked #77 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Meyzeek Middle School often compared to?
Meyzeek Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noe Middle School, Barret Traditional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Meyzeek Middle School?
990 students attend Meyzeek Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Meyzeek Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 26% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meyzeek Middle School?
Meyzeek Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meyzeek Middle School offer ?
Meyzeek Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Meyzeek Middle School part of?
Meyzeek Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Meyzeek Middle School located?
Meyzeek Middle School is located in the Smoketown neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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