Middle Schools in Madison County

The Madison County school district in Kentucky is home to 5 middle schools that serve students in grades 6-8. These schools include Madison Middle School, Clark Moores Middle School, B. Michael Caudill Middle School, Farristown Middle School, and Foley Middle School. The data reveals notable differences in the academic performance and other key metrics across these schools.

Farristown Middle School stands out as the top-performing middle school in the Madison County district, consistently ranking among the best in the state. This school boasts exceptional test scores, with 66-80% of students proficient or better in core subjects. B. Michael Caudill Middle School and Clark Moores Middle School also perform well, with 52-68% of students scoring proficient or better on assessments.

However, the data also reveals significant performance gaps between the top-performing schools and the lower-performing ones, such as Madison Middle School and Foley Middle School. Additionally, the district faces challenges with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.0%, which may be impacting student learning and achievement. The schools also serve a population with significant economic challenges, as indicated by the high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.