Middle Schools in Rockcastle County

Rockcastle County, Kentucky has only one middle school, Rockcastle County Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school's academic performance has been mixed, with proficiency rates below the state average in several subjects, including mathematics and writing. However, the school's reading and science proficiency rates are more competitive with the state average.

Rockcastle County Middle School faces some socioeconomic challenges, with a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. Despite the school's above-average per-student spending, its academic performance suggests that additional resources or targeted strategies may be needed to address the needs of this student population.

The school's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 204th out of 320 Kentucky middle schools in 2021-2022 to 235th out of 327 in 2022-2023. This variability in performance could be due to a variety of factors, such as changes in assessment standards, student demographics, or instructional practices. Continued monitoring and analysis of the school's performance trends could help identify areas for improvement and guide targeted interventions.