For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,285 students in 40503, KY.
The top ranked public middle schools in 40503, KY are Scapa At Bluegrass and Jessie M Clark Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40503 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40503, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40503, KY Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Scapa At Bluegrass
(Math: 80% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
400 Lafayette Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 381-3332
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 381-3332
Grades: 4-8
| 300 students
Rank: #22.
Jessie M Clark Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3341 Clays Mill Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 381-3036
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 381-3036
Grades: 6-8
| 985 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 40503, KY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 40503, KY include Scapa At Bluegrass and Jessie M Clark Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40503?
2 public middle schools are located in 40503.
What is the racial composition of students in 40503?
40503 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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