Below Average
#1116 of 1,284 schools in KY
James D. Adams Middle School
Middle School · Floyd County
2520 South Lake Drive, Prestonsburg, KY 41653
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
302
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#1,116 of 1,284
In Prestonsburg
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
Floyd County
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About James D. Adams Middle School
James D. Adams Middle School is a public middle school in Prestonsburg, KY, part of Floyd County. James D.
Adams Middle School serves approximately 302 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. James D. Adams Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,116 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for James D. Adams Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at James D. Adams 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
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James D. Adams Middle School — Students at James D. Adams Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)
Based on 36 test records from KY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 4.1/10.
How James D. Adams Middle School Compares
See how James D. Adams Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2520 South Lake Drive, Prestonsburg, KY 41653
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James D. Adams Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Johnson Central High School (rated 8.3/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Paintsville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Paintsville High School (rated 7.7/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Paintsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE PIARIST SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Hager Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Prestonsburg, see our Prestonsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 41653 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,984
Median Home Value
$117,200
Median Rent
$662/mo
Population
11,048
College Educated
16.5%
Homeownership
68.4%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Median Age
41.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James D. Adams Middle School
What grades does James D. Adams Middle School serve?
James D. Adams Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend James D. Adams Middle School?
James D. Adams Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 302 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James D. Adams Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at James D. Adams Middle School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James D. Adams Middle School rank in KY?
James D. Adams Middle School ranks #1,116 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is James D. Adams Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
James D. Adams Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 James D. Adams Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James D. Adams Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is James D. Adams Middle School a charter school?
No, James D. Adams Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James D. Adams Middle School a Title I school?
No, James D. Adams Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James D. Adams Middle School?
78.8% of students at James D. Adams 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 302
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Floyd County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.4%
- Phone
- (606) 886-2671
Resources & Links
District
Floyd County- District Enrollment
- 5,449
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,024
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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