At a glance
Reported students
632
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
41.37
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kentucky middle enrollment
62nd percentile
Compared with 217 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
369
Paducah Middle School: 632 reported students.
State peer staffing position
38th percentile
15.3:1 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
- 677
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15.7:1
What the reported data says about Paducah Middle School
Paducah Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Paducah. It is one of 7 current school records connected to Paducah Independent. NCES reports 632 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 62nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.3:1, close to 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 (42.7%) and Black (36.2%). English learners represent 0.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 6.5%. 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 Paducah Middle School
- 1How do the reported 15.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 41.37 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
- 0.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 6.5%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 60.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White42.7%
- Hispanic8.1%
- Black36.2%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial12.5%
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 Paducah Independent
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Clark Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
615 reported students
Paducah Tilghman High School
High · Grades 09–12
860 reported students
Morgan Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
369 reported students
McNabb Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
334 reported students
Paducah Head Start Preschool
Other · Grades PK–PK
251 reported students
Choices Educational Center
Other · Grades KG–12
42 reported students
Public schools near Paducah 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clark Elementary School Elementary · Paducah Independent | KG–05 | 615 | 0.3 mi |
| Paducah Area Technology Center High · Kentucky Tech System | 08–12 | 0 | 0.8 mi |
| Lone Oak Middle School Middle · McCracken County | 06–08 | 702 | 2 mi |
| Reidland Middle School Middle · McCracken County | 06–08 | 350 | 6.6 mi |
| Heath Middle School Middle · McCracken County | 06–08 | 433 | 8.7 mi |
| Massac Jr High School Middle · Massac UD 1 | 07–08 | 309 | 9.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Paducah Middle School
What grades does Paducah Middle School serve?
Paducah Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Paducah Independent.
How many students attend Paducah Middle School?
Paducah Middle School reported 632 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 62nd percentile among 217 Kentucky middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 677 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Paducah Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 15.3:1, based on 632 students and 41.37 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 Paducah Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Paducah Middle School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Paducah Independent attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Paducah Middle School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
60.8% 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 Paducah Middle School in?
Paducah Middle School is part of Paducah Independent, based in Paducah, KY, which operates 7 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Paducah Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Clark Elementary School (0.3 mi), Paducah Area Technology Center (0.8 mi), Lone Oak Middle School (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.