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Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle
Middle School · Rowan County
551 Viking Drive, Morehead, KY 40351
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
6th – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle
Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle is a public middle school in Morehead, KY, part of the Rowan County. The school serves approximately 16 students in grades 6th – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Students demonstrate 20% proficiency in math and 20% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $51,110, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote town setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 16 students, Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 16 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 551 Viking Drive, Morehead, KY 40351
- Phone
- (606) 780-9992
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores KY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 10% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
551 Viking Drive, Morehead, KY 40351
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bath County Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Owingsville). Additionally, Rowan County Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 0.1 miles away). For more schools in Morehead, see our Morehead schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40351 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,110
Median Home Value
$163,000
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
22,338
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Median Age
30.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle has a median household income of $51,110. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $163,000, with a median rent of $775/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle
What grades does Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle serve?
Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle?
Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle has 20.0% math proficiency and 20.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle a charter school?
No, Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle a Title I school?
No, Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle?
100.0% of students at Bluegrass Discovery Academy Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,483/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Morehead). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 16
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Rowan County
- Phone
- (606) 780-9992
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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