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Browning Springs Middle School

Middle School · Hopkins County

357 West Arch Street, Madisonville, KY 42431

Enrollment

462

Student-Teacher

14.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#783 of 1,284

In Madisonville

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#10 of 13

Hopkins County

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Browning Springs Middle School

5.8/10

Middle School in Madisonville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Browning Springs Middle School

Browning Springs Middle School is a public middle school in Madisonville, KY, part of Hopkins County. Browning Springs Middle School serves approximately 462 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Browning Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #783 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Browning Springs Middle School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Browning Springs Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.8Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,749
Chronic Absenteeism29.4%

Browning Springs Middle School — Students at Browning Springs Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
23%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
49%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
30%
2025
Math
32%
ELA
35.7%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Browning Springs Middle School Compares

See how Browning Springs Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
39th percentile in KY
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

357 West Arch Street, Madisonville, KY 42431

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Browning Springs Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. James Madison Middle School (rated 6.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, South Hopkins Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Nortonville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Madisonville, see our Madisonville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.4 mi
School Distance Rating
West Broadway Elementary School Madisonville 0.5 mi 5.8
Hopkins County Day Treatment Madisonville 0.5 mi
Pride Elementary School Madisonville 0.8 mi 8.9
CORNER STONE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Madisonville 0.7 mi 6.8
CORNERSTONE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Madisonville 0.7 mi 7.8
Grapevine Elementary School Madisonville 1.9 mi 6.6
James Madison Middle School Madisonville 2.0 mi 6.6
Jesse Stuart Elementary School Madisonville 2.2 mi 6.1
Madisonville North Hopkins High School Madisonville 3.5 mi 6.8
GRACE BAPTIST SCHOOL Madisonville 4.7 mi 4.6
Hopkins County Central High School Madisonville 5.8 mi 5.6
Hopkins County Schools Academy Madisonville 5.8 mi 5.5
Hanson Elementary School Hanson 6.1 mi 6.0
South Hopkins Middle School Nortonville 8.3 mi 6.2
Southside Elementary School Nortonville 8.4 mi 7.0
West Hopkins School Nebo 10.9 mi 6.8
Dawson Springs Elementary Dawson Springs 15.0 mi 6.5
Dawson Springs Jr/Sr High School Dawson Springs 15.0 mi 6.5
Marie Gatton Phillips Elementary Sacramento 14.6 mi 5.8
Providence Elementary School Providence 14.4 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 42431 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,529

Median Home Value

$151,800

Median Rent

$858/mo

Population

27,095

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

21.2%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Browning Springs Middle School

What grades does Browning Springs Middle School serve?

Browning Springs Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Browning Springs Middle School?

Browning Springs Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 462 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Browning Springs Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Browning Springs Middle School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Browning Springs Middle School rank in KY?

Browning Springs Middle School ranks #783 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Browning Springs Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Browning Springs Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Browning Springs Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Browning Springs Middle School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Browning Springs Middle School a charter school?

No, Browning Springs Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Browning Springs Middle School a Title I school?

No, Browning Springs Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Browning Springs Middle School?

63.9% of students at Browning Springs Middle School 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

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
462
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Hopkins County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

District

Hopkins County
District Enrollment
6,312
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,749
District Rank
#10 of 13

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