Very Good
#193 of 1,284 schools in KY
Top 15% in state
Noe Middle
Middle School · Jefferson County
121 West Lee Street, Louisville, KY 40208
Enrollment
1,198
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,198
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#193 of 1,284
In Louisville
#10 of 147
public schools
In district
#10 of 149
Jefferson County
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Noe Middle
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About Noe Middle
Noe Middle is a public middle school in Louisville, KY, part of Jefferson County. Noe Middle serves approximately 1,198 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Noe Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #193 of 1,284 schools in KY.
Structured state assessment records for Noe Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- KY avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Noe 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
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Noe Middle — Students at Noe Middle score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.7%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.0/10.
How Noe Middle Compares
See how Noe Middle 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
121 West Lee Street, Louisville, KY 40208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Noe Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. duPont Manual High (rated 9.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is J. Graham Brown School (rated 8.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PRESENTATION ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| duPont Manual High Louisville | 0.1 mi | 9.3 |
| U of L PACT Program Louisville | 0.4 mi | — |
| Cochran Elementary Louisville | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Shelby Academy Louisville | 0.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Engelhard Elementary Louisville | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| HEUSER HEARING & LANGUAGE ACADEMY Louisville | 1.1 mi | — |
| Heuser Hearing & Language Academy Louisville | 1.1 mi | — |
| Pathfinder School of Innovation Louisville | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Mcferran Preparatory Academy Louisville | 1.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Western Day Treatment Louisville | 1.0 mi | — |
| Churchill Park School Louisville | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Dawson Orman Education Center Louisville | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| PRESENTATION ACADEMY Louisville | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| Meyzeek Middle Louisville | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ST FRANCIS SCHOOL Louisville | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Ackerly Louisville | 1.7 mi | — |
| Frayser Elementary Louisville | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Ahrens Educational Resource Center Louisville | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| J. Graham Brown School Louisville | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Central High Magnet Career Academy Louisville | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 40208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,714
Median Home Value
$153,100
Median Rent
$914/mo
Population
15,287
College Educated
34.4%
Homeownership
27.6%
Avg Commute
19.2 min
Poverty Rate
38.1%
Median Age
22.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| North Laurel Middle School London, KY | 7.9 |
| Grayson County Middle School Leitchfield, KY | 7.8 |
| Highlands Middle School Fort Thomas, KY | 7.8 |
| Jessie M Clark Middle School Lexington, KY | 7.8 |
| North Oldham Middle School Goshen, KY | 7.8 |
| Gray Middle School Union, KY | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Noe Middle
What grades does Noe Middle serve?
Noe Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Noe Middle?
Noe Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,198 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Noe Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Noe Middle is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Noe Middle rank in KY?
Noe Middle ranks #193 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Noe Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Noe Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Noe Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Noe Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Noe Middle a charter school?
No, Noe Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Noe Middle a Title I school?
No, Noe Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Noe Middle?
45.7% of students at Noe 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,198
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.3%
- Phone
- (502) 485-8307
Resources & Links
District
Jefferson County- District Enrollment
- 94,793
- Schools in District
- 171
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,200
- District Rank
- #10 of 149
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