Ballard Memorial High School is a high school located in LaCenter, Kentucky, United States, although its mailing address is in Barlow. The school serves grades 9 through 12.
Serving 221 students in grades 6-8, Ballard County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 221 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballard County Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ballard County Middle School's student population of 221 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
221 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
White, Kelly green
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Every student. Every decision. Every day.
School Rankings
Ballard County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballard County Middle School is 0.17, 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
#419 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
91%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballard County Middle School's ranking?
Ballard County Middle School is ranked #419 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Ballard County Middle School?
221 students attend Ballard County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ballard County Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ballard County Middle School?
Ballard County Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ballard County Middle School offer ?
Ballard County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ballard County Middle School part of?
Ballard County Middle School is part of Ballard County School District.
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