Middle Schools in Casey County

There is only one middle school located in Casey County, Kentucky - Casey County Middle School. The school serves students in grades 6-8 and faces some significant challenges, performing consistently below the state averages on academic assessments.

Casey County Middle School is ranked 250 out of 324 Kentucky middle schools for the 2023-2024 school year and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's performance on state assessments lags behind the state averages across various subjects and grade levels, with only 24% of 6th graders proficient or better in Math compared to 42% statewide. The school also has a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 67.84%.

Despite the higher-than-average per-student spending of $14,101 in 2018-2019, the school's performance remains below state averages. This suggests that the resources may not be allocated effectively or that there are other systemic issues within the school or district that are impacting student outcomes. Addressing the root causes of the school's underperformance and implementing targeted interventions will be crucial for improving student success and moving the school towards better performance.