For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,526 students in 40517, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40517, KY are Southern Middle School and Tates Creek Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40517 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40517, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40517, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Wilson-downing Rd
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3582
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3582
Gr: 6-8 | 759 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #22.
Tates Creek Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1105 Centre Pkwy
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3052
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 381-3052
Gr: 6-8 | 767 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40517, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40517, KY include Southern Middle School and Tates Creek Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40517?
2 public middle schools are located in 40517.
What is the racial composition of students in 40517?
40517 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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