At a glance
Reported students
661
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
47.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kentucky middle enrollment
66th percentile
Compared with 217 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
413
Henderson County South Middle School: 661 reported students.
State peer staffing position
17th percentile
13.9:1 reported; state peer median 15.9:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 753
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.5:1
What the reported data says about Henderson County South Middle School
Henderson County South Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Henderson. It is one of 14 current school records connected to Henderson County. NCES reports 661 students for 2024–25.
Among 217 middle schools in Kentucky with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 559 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 66th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.9:1, below the Kentucky median of 15.9:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (74.9%) and Black (9.2%). English learners represent 2.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Henderson County South Middle School
- 1How do the reported 13.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 47.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 12%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 48%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White74.9%
- Hispanic5.7%
- Black9.2%
- Asian1.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial8.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Henderson County
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Henderson County North Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
670 reported students
Spottsville Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
514 reported students
Bend Gate Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
421 reported students
South Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
413 reported students
Jefferson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
413 reported students
East Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
377 reported students
Public schools near Henderson County South Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Elementary School Elementary · Henderson County | KG–05 | 413 | 0.2 mi |
| South Heights Elementary School Elementary · Henderson County | KG–05 | 413 | 0.4 mi |
| The Central Academy High · Henderson County | 06–12 | 269 | 0.9 mi |
| Henderson County North Middle School Middle · Henderson County | 06–08 | 670 | 1.5 mi |
| Thelma B. Johnson Early Learning Center Other · Henderson County | PK–PK | 358 | 1.5 mi |
| Henderson County High School High · Henderson County | 09–12 | 1,852 | 1.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Henderson County South Middle School
What grades does Henderson County South Middle School serve?
Henderson County South Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Henderson County.
How many students attend Henderson County South Middle School?
Henderson County South Middle School reported 661 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 66th percentile among 217 Kentucky middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 753 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Henderson County South Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 13.9:1, based on 661 students and 47.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kentucky median for the same school level is 15.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Henderson County South Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Henderson County South Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Henderson County attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Henderson County South Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
48% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Henderson County South Middle School in?
Henderson County South Middle School is part of Henderson County, based in Henderson, KY, which operates 14 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Henderson County South Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Jefferson Elementary School (0.2 mi), South Heights Elementary School (0.4 mi), The Central Academy (0.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.