Serving 609 students in grades 6-8, Ballyshannon Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ballyshannon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ballyshannon Middle School's student population of 609 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Ballyshannon Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ballyshannon Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#195 out of 1250 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
4%
11%
White
81%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Boone County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ballyshannon Middle School's ranking?
Ballyshannon Middle School is ranked #195 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Ballyshannon Middle School often compared to?
Ballyshannon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gray Middle School, Ockerman Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Ballyshannon Middle School?
609 students attend Ballyshannon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Ballyshannon Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ballyshannon Middle School?
Ballyshannon Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Ballyshannon Middle School offer ?
Ballyshannon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ballyshannon Middle School part of?
Ballyshannon Middle School is part of Boone County School District.
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