Summary:
There is only one middle school located in the 40216 zip code - Farnsley Middle School. This school serves grades 6-8 and is part of the Jefferson County school district.
Farnsley Middle School appears to be a struggling school, with low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and a low overall ranking of 293 out of 320 Kentucky middle schools for the 2024-2025 school year. The school has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating it is a low-performing institution. Its test scores are consistently below state and district averages across all subjects and grade levels, with only 24% of 8th graders scoring proficient or better in math, compared to 40% statewide.
The school's high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 65.57% receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggests that additional resources and support may be needed to improve student outcomes. Despite the school's above-average per-student spending of $19,437 for 2023-2024, its performance has remained relatively stagnant over the past few years. Addressing the root causes of the school's challenges, such as attendance issues and low academic achievement, will likely require a comprehensive, data-driven approach involving the school, district, and community stakeholders.
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