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Conway Middle

Middle School · Jefferson County

6300 Terry Road, Louisville, KY 40258

Enrollment

609

Student-Teacher

16.5:1

Score

3.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#1,250 of 1,284

In Louisville

#136 of 147

public schools

In district

#138 of 149

Jefferson County

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Conway Middle

3.2/10

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

Shacklette Elementary

4.5/10

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3.8/10

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About Conway Middle

Conway Middle is a public middle school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Conway Middle serves approximately 609 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Conway Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,250 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Conway Middle show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.6
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

62% of students at Conway Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11.5% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency14% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-24.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,200
Chronic Absenteeism61.6%

Conway Middle — Students at Conway Middle score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

71.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 28.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A

Based on 35 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
37%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
19%
ELA
28%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
20%
ELA
30%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
29%
2017
Math
14%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
13%
ELA
17%
2025
Math
11.5%
ELA
17%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Conway Middle Compares

See how Conway Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.2/10
3th percentile in KY
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
61.6%

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

6300 Terry Road, Louisville, KY 40258

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Conway Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL/DIOCESE (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Waller-Williams Environmental (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANDREW ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Shacklette Elementary Louisville 0.7 mi 4.5
Pleasure Ridge Park High Louisville 1.0 mi 3.8
Greenwood Elementary Louisville 1.0 mi 3.8
ST ANDREW ACADEMY Louisville 1.2 mi 6.4
Wellington Elementary Louisville 1.6 mi 3.5
Eisenhower Elementary Louisville 1.7 mi 5.2
Farnsley Middle Louisville 1.8 mi 4.1
Sanders Elementary Louisville 1.9 mi 4.2
Western High Louisville 1.8 mi 4.5
Waller-Williams Environmental Louisville 1.9 mi 7.1
Kerrick Elementary Louisville 1.8 mi 3.3
ST PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Louisville 1.8 mi 5.5
HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL/DIOCESE Louisville 2.0 mi 7.7
Wilkerson Elementary School Louisville 2.5 mi 3.2
BETH HAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Louisville 2.6 mi 6.0
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Louisville 2.3 mi 6.3
Crums Lane Elementary Louisville 2.8 mi 4.7
LANDMARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Louisville 3.2 mi 5.4
Johnsontown Road Elementary Louisville 3.2 mi 5.5
Dixie Elementary Louisville 3.6 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40258 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,263

Median Home Value

$173,100

Median Rent

$1,146/mo

Population

26,590

College Educated

14.8%

Homeownership

72.2%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

41.1

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Maurice Bowling Middle School Owenton, KY 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Conway Middle

What grades does Conway Middle serve?

Conway Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Conway Middle?

Conway Middle has an enrollment of approximately 609 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Conway Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Conway Middle is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Conway Middle rank in KY?

Conway Middle ranks #1,250 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Conway Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Conway Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Conway Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Conway Middle has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Conway Middle a charter school?

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

Is Conway Middle a Title I school?

No, Conway Middle is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Conway Middle?

71.8% of students at Conway 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

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
609
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Free/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
61.6%

District

Jefferson County
District Enrollment
94,793
Schools in District
171
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,200
District Rank
#138 of 149

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