Middlesboro Independent School District
School District · Middlesboro, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
5
1 elem, 1 mid, 3 high
Enrollment
1,134
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
5
1 elem, 1 mid, 3 high
Enrollment
1,134
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Evaluating Middlesboro Independent?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Middlesboro Independent as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Middlesboro High School
Middlesboro · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Middlesboro Middle School
Middlesboro · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Middlesboro Elementary School
Middlesboro · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#94 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$17,021
+$3,035 vs Kentucky median
District size
1,134 students
Smaller than Kentucky median
The short answer
Middlesboro Independent ranks #94 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Middlesboro Independent's schools with real test data average 6.1/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Middlesboro High School (7.3/10), Middlesboro Middle School (7.0/10), and Middlesboro Elementary School (5.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Middlesboro Independent
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middlesboro High School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Middlesboro Middle School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Middlesboro Elementary School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Middlesboro Alternative School | 5.0 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Middlesboro Independent
Middlesboro Independent is a Middlesboro, Kentucky school district serving 5 schools.The district educates 1,134 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.2:1. District-level spending was $17,021 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 6.1/10, Middlesboro Independent demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Middlesboro High School, which has a composite score of 7.3/10.
In standardized testing, Middlesboro Independent students show an average math proficiency of 29.4% and ELA proficiency of 44.3%.
The district includes 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Middlesboro Independent, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Middlesboro Independent with test data.
Schools in Middlesboro Independent
5 schoolsElementary Schools1
Middle Schools1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Middlesboro
- Total Enrollment
- 1,134
- Teachers (FTE)
- 93
- District spending per student
- $17,021NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 41.7%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Middlesboro Independent?
Middlesboro Independent has 5 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Middlesboro Independent?
The average composite rating for Middlesboro Independent is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Middlesboro Independent?
Middlesboro Independent's district-level spending was $17,021 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Middlesboro Independent?
The average student-teacher ratio in Middlesboro Independent is 12.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Middlesboro Independent?
Middlesboro High School is the highest-rated school in Middlesboro Independent with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What are the test scores in Middlesboro Independent?
Across schools in Middlesboro Independent with test data, the average math proficiency is 29.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 44.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Middlesboro Independent compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Middlesboro Independent has an average school rating of 6.1/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kentucky by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 29.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 44.3%
How we rate schools
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Compare Middlesboro Independent with neighboring districts in the state.
- Jefferson County (171)
- Fayette County (79)
- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
- Boone County (28)
- Hardin County (27)
- Bullitt County (25)
- Daviess County (24)
- Kenton County (22)
- Madison County (22)
- Oldham County (22)
- Pike County (20)
- Christian County (19)
- Laurel County (19)
- Hopkins County (18)
- Scott County (17)
- Franklin County (16)
- Knox County (15)
- Floyd County (14)
- Jessamine County (14)
- Mccracken County (14)
- Pulaski County (14)
- Shelby County (14)
- Henderson County (13)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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