Serving 380 students in grades 6-8, Bernheim 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 35% (which is lower than 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 17:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bernheim Middle School's student population of 380 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day
School Rankings
Bernheim 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 Bernheim Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#682 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
11%
White
92%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernheim Middle School's ranking?
Bernheim Middle School is ranked #682 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Bernheim Middle School often compared to?
Bernheim Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bullitt Lick Middle School, Eastside Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% 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 Bernheim Middle School?
380 students attend Bernheim Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bernheim Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bernheim Middle School?
Bernheim Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bernheim Middle School offer ?
Bernheim Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bernheim Middle School part of?
Bernheim Middle School is part of Bullitt County School District.
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