Metcalfe 6th Grade Center serves 125 students in grades 6.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 40-44% (which was approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 45-49% (which was approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 48%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6
Total Students
125 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)45-49%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
n/a
11%
White
98%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% KY state average).
How many students attend Metcalfe 6th Grade Center?
125 students attend Metcalfe 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Metcalfe 6th Grade Center students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metcalfe 6th Grade Center?
Metcalfe 6th Grade Center has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Metcalfe 6th Grade Center offer ?
Metcalfe 6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6
What school district is Metcalfe 6th Grade Center part of?
Metcalfe 6th Grade Center is part of Metcalfe County School District.
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