Henderson County South Middle School
721 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Henderson County South Middle School, located at 800 S Alves St in Henderson, Kentucky, serves as a central pillar of the local educational community. As part of the Henderson County School District, the institution is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development characteristic of the middle school years. The school focuses on preparing students for the transition to high school by offering a diverse curriculum that aims to meet the needs of a wide range of learners while encouraging personal responsibility and active engagement within the classroom.
Beyond academics, South Middle School places a significant emphasis on cultivating a supportive school culture. The faculty and staff strive to build strong relationships with students and families, often integrating extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs to help students discover their unique interests and talents. By promoting a sense of community and school pride, Henderson County South Middle aims to equip its students with the foundational skills, character, and confidence necessary to succeed as they move forward in their educational journeys.
Beyond academics, South Middle School places a significant emphasis on cultivating a supportive school culture. The faculty and staff strive to build strong relationships with students and families, often integrating extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs to help students discover their unique interests and talents. By promoting a sense of community and school pride, Henderson County South Middle aims to equip its students with the foundational skills, character, and confidence necessary to succeed as they move forward in their educational journeys.
721
Total Students
46.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
44.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 531 |
| Hispanic | 53 |
| Black | 67 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More | 56 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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White531 (73.6 %)
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Black67 (9.3 %)
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Two or More56 (7.8 %)
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Hispanic53 (7.4 %)
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Asian10 (1.4 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (0.6 %)
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: | Henderson County |
| Phone: | (270)831-5050 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 721 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 46.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.5 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 317 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
232
Grade 7
238
Grade 8
251
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 232 |
| Grade 7 | 238 |
| Grade 8 | 251 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 365 | 50.6% |
| Male | 356 | 49.4% |
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