Serving 702 students in grades 7-8, Stuart Pepper 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 38% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stuart Pepper Middle School's student population of 702 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Stuart Pepper 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 Stuart Pepper Middle School is 0.24, 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
#607 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
2%
11%
White
87%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Meade County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stuart Pepper Middle School's ranking?
Stuart Pepper Middle School is ranked #607 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Stuart Pepper Middle School often compared to?
Stuart Pepper Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Breckinridge County Middle School, Cloverport Independent School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Stuart Pepper Middle School?
702 students attend Stuart Pepper Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Stuart Pepper Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stuart Pepper Middle School?
Stuart Pepper Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Stuart Pepper Middle School offer ?
Stuart Pepper Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stuart Pepper Middle School part of?
Stuart Pepper Middle School is part of Meade County School District.
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