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North Middle School

Middle School · Hardin County

100 Trojan Way, Radcliff, KY 40160

Enrollment

568

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Kentucky schools

#974 of 1,284

In Radcliff

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#20 of 23

Hardin County

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North Middle School

5.0/10

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

North Hardin High School

5.9/10

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5.8/10

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About North Middle School

North Middle School is a public middle school in Radcliff, KY, part of Hardin County. North Middle School serves approximately 568 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #974 of 1,284 schools in KY.

Structured state assessment records for North Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • KY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at North Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2025 KSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35.7% (2025 KSA)
Overall Proficiency28% (2025 KSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 KSA)
vs. Expected-12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment5.4Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,734
Chronic Absenteeism24.5%

North Middle School — Students at North Middle School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY KSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 29.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (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
40%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
40%
2012
Math
29%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
29%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
36%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
31%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
31%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
20%
ELA
35.7%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How North Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
24th percentile in KY
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

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

100 Trojan Way, Radcliff, KY 40160

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Flaherty Elementary School (rated 6.0/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Ekron), which scores slightly higher. Another option is James T Alton Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Vine Grove), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bluegrass Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Elizabethtown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Radcliff, see our Radcliff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
North Hardin High School Radcliff 0.4 mi 5.9
NORTH HARDIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Radcliff 0.5 mi 5.8
North Park Elementary School Radcliff 0.5 mi 6.7
Meadow View Elementary School Radcliff 0.6 mi 5.4
Radcliff Elementary School Radcliff 1.4 mi 4.3
Woodland Elementary School Radcliff 1.8 mi 4.0
Vine Grove Elementary School Vine Grove 2.1 mi 6.9
James T Alton Middle School Vine Grove 2.2 mi 5.9
Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health Systems Radcliff 2.9 mi 4.6
Rineyville Elementary School Rineyville 5.1 mi 7.0
John Hardin High School Elizabethtown 5.1 mi 7.3
New Highland Elementary School Elizabethtown 5.0 mi 6.9
Bluegrass Middle School Elizabethtown 5.1 mi 5.2
HEARTLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elizabethtown 5.7 mi
ST JAMES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Elizabethtown 6.8 mi 6.0
Flaherty Primary School Ekron 7.1 mi 7.9
Heartland Elementary School Elizabethtown 7.9 mi 6.9
Flaherty Elementary School Ekron 7.2 mi 6.0
G C Burkhead Elementary School Elizabethtown 8.7 mi 6.2
Helmwood Heights Elementary School Elizabethtown 8.5 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,293

Median Home Value

$161,500

Median Rent

$889/mo

Population

23,205

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

52.5%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

36.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Allen County Intermediate Center Scottsville, KY 4.9
Bernheim Middle School Shepherdsville, KY 4.9
East Carter Middle School Grayson, KY 5.1
Warren East Middle School Bowling Green, KY 4.9
Bluegrass Middle School Elizabethtown, KY 5.2
Clinton County Middle School Albany, KY 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Middle School

What grades does North Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend North Middle School?

North Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 568 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at North Middle School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Middle School rank in KY?

North Middle School ranks #974 of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is North Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 North Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Middle School a charter school?

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

Is North Middle School a Title I school?

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

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

67.3% of students at North 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
6 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
568
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Hardin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.5%

District

Hardin County
District Enrollment
14,714
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,734
District Rank
#20 of 23

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