For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 846 students in 42503, KY.
The top ranked public middle schools in 42503, KY are Northern Middle School and Eagle Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 42503 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 42503, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42503, KY Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northern Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
650 Oak Leaf Lane
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-5230
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-5230
Grades: 6-8
| 797 students
Rank: #22.
Eagle Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
300 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1303
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1303
Grades: 6-12
| 49 students
42503, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Pulaski Central High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
500 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 42503, KY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 42503, KY include Northern Middle School and Eagle Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 42503?
2 public middle schools are located in 42503.
What is the racial composition of students in 42503?
42503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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