Barren County Middle School
652 Students
Middle School 7th - 8th
School Overview
Barren County Middle School, located at 555 Trojan Trail in Glasgow, Kentucky, serves as a central hub for adolescent education within the Barren County School District. As a middle school, the institution is dedicated to bridging the transition between primary education and high school, focusing on the unique academic, social, and emotional development of students in grades six through eight. The school operates with a mission to foster a supportive learning environment that prepares students for the rigors of secondary education while emphasizing personal responsibility and community engagement.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Barren County Middle School is deeply ingrained in the local culture, often rallying under the "Trojan" mascot, which fosters a strong sense of school spirit and identity. The campus facilities are designed to accommodate a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and various student clubs, which provide students with opportunities to explore their interests outside the classroom. By balancing structured instruction with character-building initiatives, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute positively to both their school community and the broader Glasgow area.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Barren County Middle School is deeply ingrained in the local culture, often rallying under the "Trojan" mascot, which fosters a strong sense of school spirit and identity. The campus facilities are designed to accommodate a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and various student clubs, which provide students with opportunities to explore their interests outside the classroom. By balancing structured instruction with character-building initiatives, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute positively to both their school community and the broader Glasgow area.
652
Total Students
40.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
58.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 574 |
| Hispanic | 34 |
| Black | 13 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 28 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White574 (88.0 %)
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Hispanic34 (5.2 %)
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Two or More28 (4.3 %)
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Black13 (2.0 %)
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Asian2 (0.3 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Barren County |
| Phone: | (270)651-4909 |
| Grade Range: | 7th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 652 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 40.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 359 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 21 |
Grades Taught
Grade 7
324
Grade 8
328
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 7 | 324 |
| Grade 8 | 328 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 314 | 48.2% |
| Male | 338 | 51.8% |
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