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Very Good

#444 of 1,284 schools in KY

Top 35% in state

Foley Middle School

Middle School · Madison County

275 Glades Rd., Berea, KY 40403

Enrollment

429

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

7.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#444 of 1,284

In Berea

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#10 of 18

Madison County

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Foley Middle School

7.0/10

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

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7.4/10

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8.3/10

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About Foley Middle School

Foley Middle School is a public middle school in Berea, KY, part of Madison County. Foley Middle School serves approximately 429 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Foley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #444 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for Foley Middle School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.5
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Foley Middle School 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 Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.3% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,260
Chronic Absenteeism33.6%

Foley Middle School — Students at Foley Middle School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.1% (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
60%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
33%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
58%
2025
Math
44.3%
ELA
57.7%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Foley Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
66th percentile in KY
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

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

275 Glades Rd., Berea, KY 40403

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Foley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Farristown Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Berea Community Middle School (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Clark Moores Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Richmond), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Berea, see our Berea schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Madison Southern High School Berea 0.1 mi 7.4
Shannon Johnson Elementary School Berea 0.2 mi 8.3
Berea Community Elementary School Berea 0.7 mi 6.1
Berea Community High School Berea 0.7 mi 7.3
Berea Community Middle School Berea 0.7 mi 7.4
Silver Creek Elementary School Berea 1.1 mi 4.7
Farristown Middle School Berea 2.1 mi 8.1
Kingston Elementary School Berea 5.0 mi 7.0
Kirksville Elementary School Richmond 7.2 mi 6.8
Clark Moores Middle School Richmond 9.8 mi 7.3
Madison Kindergarten Academy Richmond 10.4 mi 6.6
Roundstone Elementary School Mount Vernon 10.3 mi 6.8
Madison Middle School Richmond 10.8 mi 6.8
ST MARK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richmond 11.2 mi 7.4
Madison Central High School Richmond 11.6 mi 7.0
Kit Carson Elementary School Richmond 11.6 mi 5.3
Madison County Day Treatment Richmond 11.7 mi
Bellevue Transitional School Richmond 11.7 mi
Daniel Boone Elementary School Richmond 11.7 mi 6.4
LAFONTAINE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Richmond 11.9 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,105

Median Home Value

$180,800

Median Rent

$827/mo

Population

26,733

College Educated

26.1%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

37.6

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Lewis County Middle School Vanceburg, KY 7.0
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West Hardin Middle School Cecilia, KY 7.0
Adair County Middle School Columbia, KY 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Foley Middle School

What grades does Foley Middle School serve?

Foley Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Foley Middle School?

Foley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 429 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Foley Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Foley Middle School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Foley Middle School rank in KY?

Foley Middle School ranks #444 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Foley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Foley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Foley Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Foley Middle School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Foley Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Foley Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

55.5% of students at Foley 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
52 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
429
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.6%

District

Madison County
District Enrollment
11,241
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,260
District Rank
#10 of 18

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