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Ramsey Middle

Middle School · Jefferson County

6409 Gellhaus Lane, Louisville, KY 40299

Enrollment

1,029

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Louisville

#84 of 147

public schools

Kentucky middle schools

#136 of 216

In district

#84 of 149

Jefferson County

School environment

8.0 / 10

Very strong

About Ramsey Middle

Ramsey Middle serves 1,029 students in grades 6 through 8 in Louisville's Jefferson County, with a student-teacher ratio of 16.1:1 supported by 64 full-time equivalent teachers. The school currently has room for academic growth, with 32% of students achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and 23% in mathematics. With a MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranking in the 17th percentile among Kentucky middle schools, Ramsey Middle is focusing on student development across all grade levels.

The school operates as a regular public middle school within Louisville's large city environment, providing educational services to a sizable student population. Located on Gellhaus Lane, Ramsey Middle draws from a community where families demonstrate strong educational values, with 42% of adults holding bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding 40299 ZIP code area reflects economic stability, with a median household income of $83,783 and median home values of $259,400, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 5.1% among its 40,816 residents.

This middle school serves as an educational cornerstone in an established Louisville neighborhood that values academic achievement and community investment.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-4.22 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Fair35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23%
Reading/ELA Proficiency32%
Overall Proficiency28%
Expected (poverty-adj.)41%
vs. Expected-13.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,376

Ramsey Middle — Students at Ramsey Middle 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

58.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores KY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from KY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
30%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
32%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Ramsey Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
33th percentile in KY
Academic
3.8/10
3.8/10
Growth
5.7/10
Above average
Environment
8.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
64 teachers

Location

6409 Gellhaus Lane, Louisville, KY 40299

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ramsey Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Crosby Middle (rated 5.8/10, 6.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Carrithers Middle (rated 4.1/10, 2.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Louisville, see our Louisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Farmer Elementary Louisville 0.1 mi 6.6
Wheeler Elementary Louisville 1.9 mi 6.2
Bates Elementary Louisville 2.0 mi 5.2
Carrithers Middle Louisville 2.7 mi 4.1
VALOR TRADITIONAL ACADEMY Louisville 3.1 mi 8.2
Fern Creek High Louisville 2.5 mi 8.2
Fern Creek Elementary Louisville 2.7 mi 3.4
ACADEMY FOR INDIVIDUAL EXCELLENCE Louisville 3.5 mi 6.6
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Louisville 3.3 mi 3.7
Tully Elementary Louisville 3.5 mi 5.8
Jeffersontown Elementary Louisville 3.5 mi 3.4
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Louisville 3.1 mi 4.8
ST EDWARD SCHOOL Louisville 3.6 mi 7.6
Jeffersontown High Louisville 4.1 mi 7.8
Cochrane Elementary Louisville 4.5 mi 6.5
WHITEFIELD ACADEMY Louisville 3.9 mi 7.2
Luhr Elementary Louisville 4.5 mi 7.0
Alex R. Kennedy Elementary Louisville 5.6 mi 4.5
MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Louisville 6.1 mi
Crosby Middle Louisville 6.3 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 40299 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,419

Median Home Value

$274,900

Median Rent

$1,290/mo

Population

41,724

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

39.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Ramsey Middle has a median household income of $85,419. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $274,900, with a median rent of $1,290/month. The local poverty rate of 5.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Ashland Middle School Ashland, KY 5.6
Barret Traditional Middle Louisville, KY 5.6
Russell County Middle School Russell Springs, KY 5.6
Southern Middle School Somerset, KY 5.6
Lincoln County Middle School Stanford, KY 5.5
Calloway County Middle School Murray, KY 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ramsey Middle

What grades does Ramsey Middle serve?

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

How many students attend Ramsey Middle?

Ramsey Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,029 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ramsey Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Ramsey Middle is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ramsey Middle rank in KY?

Ramsey Middle is ranked #868 out of 1,284 schools in KY.

What is Ramsey Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Ramsey Middle has a composite rating of 5.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ramsey Middle?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Ramsey Middle has 21.3% math proficiency and 38.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Ramsey Middle a charter school?

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

Is Ramsey Middle a Title I school?

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

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

58.5% of students at Ramsey 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
4 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Low (0/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,029
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
64
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Jefferson County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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