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#643 of 1,284 schools in KY

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Bryan Station Middle School

Middle School · Fayette County

1865 Wickland Dr, Lexington, KY 40505

Enrollment

720

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#643 of 1,284

In Lexington

#35 of 67

public schools

In district

#35 of 66

Fayette County

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Bryan Station Middle School

6.2/10

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

Bryan Station High School

5.8/10

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5.8/10

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About Bryan Station Middle School

Bryan Station Middle School is a public middle school in Lexington, KY, part of Fayette County. Bryan Station Middle School serves approximately 720 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bryan Station Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #643 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Bryan Station Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.1
  • KY avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.7% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,318
Chronic Absenteeism29%

Bryan Station Middle School — Students at Bryan Station Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.3% (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
70%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
68%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
39%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
44%
2025
Math
35.7%
ELA
43.7%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Bryan Station Middle School Compares

See how Bryan Station Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in KY
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

Location

1865 Wickland Dr, Lexington, KY 40505

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bryan Station Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Crawford Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lexington Trad Magnet School (rated 4.6/10, 2.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Winburn Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lexington, see our Lexington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Bryan Station High School Lexington 0.2 mi 5.8
Deep Springs Elementary School Lexington 0.5 mi 5.8
Northern Elementary School Lexington 0.6 mi 3.9
Mary Todd Elementary School Lexington 1.1 mi 5.4
Yates Elementary School Lexington 1.2 mi 3.8
Dixie Elementary Magnet School Lexington 1.2 mi 5.0
SPHINX ACADEMY Lexington 1.6 mi
Arlington Elementary School Lexington 1.4 mi 4.5
Crawford Middle School Lexington 1.6 mi 7.4
Frederick Douglass High School Lexington 2.0 mi 7.0
Winburn Middle School Lexington 2.0 mi 4.5
Carter G. Woodson Academy Lexington 2.1 mi 5.9
William Wells Brown Elementary Lexington 2.0 mi 7.1
George Washington Carver STEM Academy Lexington 1.9 mi 7.1
LEXINGTON HEARING & SPEECH CENTER Lexington 2.6 mi
Ashland Elementary School Lexington 2.5 mi 7.8
Martin L King Acad for Excellence Alt Lexington 2.8 mi 3.9
Lexington Trad Magnet School Lexington 2.3 mi 4.6
Homebound Secondary Lexington 2.7 mi
Homebound Elementary Lexington 2.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,922

Median Home Value

$166,300

Median Rent

$914/mo

Population

25,855

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

60.2%

Avg Commute

20.4 min

Poverty Rate

20%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bryan Station Middle School

What grades does Bryan Station Middle School serve?

Bryan Station Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Bryan Station Middle School?

Bryan Station Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 720 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bryan Station Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bryan Station Middle School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bryan Station Middle School rank in KY?

Bryan Station Middle School ranks #643 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Bryan Station Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bryan Station Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Bryan Station Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bryan Station Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bryan Station Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Bryan Station Middle School a Title I school?

No, Bryan Station Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bryan Station Middle School?

56.1% of students at Bryan Station 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
22 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
20 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
720
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Fayette County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.0%

District

Fayette County
District Enrollment
41,697
Schools in District
79
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,318
District Rank
#35 of 66

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