Serving 475 students in grades 5-8, Maurice Bowling 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 28% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maurice Bowling Middle School's student population of 475 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maurice Bowling 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 Maurice Bowling Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1021 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
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
6%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
93%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Owen County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maurice Bowling Middle School's ranking?
Maurice Bowling Middle School is ranked #1021 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Maurice Bowling Middle School often compared to?
Maurice Bowling Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Owen County Elementary/primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Maurice Bowling Middle School?
475 students attend Maurice Bowling Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Maurice Bowling Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maurice Bowling Middle School?
Maurice Bowling Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Maurice Bowling Middle School offer ?
Maurice Bowling Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maurice Bowling Middle School part of?
Maurice Bowling Middle School is part of Owen County School District.
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