Serving 650 students in grades 6-8, Wayne County 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 33% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayne County Middle School's student population of 650 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Cards!
School Rankings
Wayne County 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 Wayne County Middle School is 0.28, 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
#743 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
84%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Wayne County Middle School's ranking?
Wayne County Middle School is ranked #743 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Wayne County Middle School?
650 students attend Wayne County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Wayne County Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne County Middle School?
Wayne County Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Wayne County Middle School offer ?
Wayne County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wayne County Middle School part of?
Wayne County Middle School is part of Wayne County School District.
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