Serving 395 students in grades 6-8, Bath County Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 38% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bath County Middle School's student population of 395 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
395 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Growing minds, Empowering leaders, Transforming OUR future
School Rankings
Bath 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 Bath County Middle School is 0.12, 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
#739 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
94%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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 Bath County Middle School's ranking?
Bath County Middle School is ranked #739 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?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Bath County Middle School?
395 students attend Bath County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bath County Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bath County Middle School?
Bath County Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bath County Middle School offer ?
Bath County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bath County Middle School part of?
Bath County Middle School is part of Bath County School District.
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