Serving 485 students in grades 7-8, Hopkinsville 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 29% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hopkinsville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hopkinsville Middle School's student population of 485 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Tiger
School Rankings
Hopkinsville 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 Hopkinsville Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#929 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
10%
Black
32%
11%
White
44%
72%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hopkinsville Middle School's ranking?
Hopkinsville Middle School is ranked #929 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Hopkinsville Middle School?
485 students attend Hopkinsville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Hopkinsville Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hopkinsville Middle School?
Hopkinsville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hopkinsville Middle School offer ?
Hopkinsville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hopkinsville Middle School part of?
Hopkinsville Middle School is part of Christian County School District.
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