Serving 469 students in grades 5-8, Meece Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meece Middle School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
50
School Motto
The mission of Meece Middle School is to work in partnership with the parents and community to enable all students to reach their highest level of academic performance.
School Rankings
Meece Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meece Middle School is 0.35, 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
#576 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
11%
10%
Black
3%
11%
White
80%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Meece Middle School's ranking?
Meece Middle School is ranked #576 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Meece Middle School often compared to?
Meece Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Science Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Meece Middle School?
469 students attend Meece Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Meece Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Meece Middle School?
Meece Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Meece Middle School offer ?
Meece Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meece Middle School part of?
Meece Middle School is part of Somerset Independent School District.
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