Serving 757 students in grades 6-8, F T Burns 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 41% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
F T Burns Middle School's student population of 757 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
757 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
F T Burns 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 F T Burns Middle School is 0.56, which is more 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
#617 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
13%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
64%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Daviess County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F T Burns Middle School's ranking?
F T Burns Middle School is ranked #617 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?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend F T Burns Middle School?
757 students attend F T Burns Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of F T Burns Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of F T Burns Middle School?
F T Burns Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does F T Burns Middle School offer ?
F T Burns Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is F T Burns Middle School part of?
F T Burns Middle School is part of Daviess County School District.
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