Serving 919 students in grades 6-8, Farnsley 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 19% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 919 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farnsley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Farnsley Middle School's student population of 919 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
919 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Farnsley 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 Farnsley Middle School is 0.69, 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
#1022 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
10%
Black
37%
11%
White
39%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Jefferson County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Not Listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farnsley Middle School's ranking?
Farnsley Middle School is ranked #1022 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Farnsley Middle School often compared to?
Farnsley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Farnsley Middle School?
919 students attend Farnsley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Farnsley Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farnsley Middle School?
Farnsley Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Farnsley Middle School offer ?
Farnsley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Farnsley Middle School part of?
Farnsley Middle School is part of Jefferson County School District.
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