Jefferson County Traditional Middle

877 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Jefferson County Traditional Middle School (JCTMS), located in the Highlands neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky, is a specialized magnet school within the Jefferson County Public Schools (JCPS) district. The school operates under a "Traditional" academic model, which emphasizes a structured, disciplined environment, a rigorous curriculum, and high behavioral expectations. The program is designed for families who prioritize a structured classroom setting, traditional teaching methods, and a strong partnership between the school and parents.

Beyond its focus on academics, JCTMS is known for its commitment to student leadership and character development. The school utilizes a uniform policy to foster a sense of equality and professional focus among the student body. Because of its popularity and specific mission, enrollment is typically managed through the JCPS magnet school application process, and the school consistently maintains a reputation for high academic performance and a cohesive school culture centered on preparation for high school success.

877

Total Students

49.1

Full-Time Teachers

17.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

49.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jefferson County Traditional Middle
Demographic	Student Count
White	413
Hispanic	67
Black	320
Asian	20
Two or More	55
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
413 (47.1 %)
Black
320 (36.5 %)
Hispanic
67 (7.6 %)
Two or More
55 (6.3 %)
Asian
20 (2.3 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Middle School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Jefferson County
Phone:	(502)485-8272
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	877
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	49.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	382
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	50

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 6 290

Grade 7 293

Grade 8 294

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Jefferson County Traditional Middle
Grade	Student Count
Grade 6	290
Grade 7	293
Grade 8	294

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Jefferson County Traditional Middle
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	439	50.1%
Male	438	49.9%

Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)