Northern Middle School
846 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Northern Middle School, located at 650 Oak Leaf Lane in Somerset, Kentucky, serves as a key educational institution within the Pulaski County School District. As a middle school, it focuses on the critical transitional years for students in grades six through eight, providing a curriculum designed to build upon elementary foundations while preparing adolescents for the academic rigors of high school. The school is integrated into the broader Somerset community, acting as a hub for local families and aiming to foster an environment that balances academic achievement with social and emotional development.
In addition to its core academic offerings—which typically include mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts—Northern Middle School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience. This often includes opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities, athletics, and various elective programs that encourage personal growth and interest exploration. By focusing on the unique needs of middle-grade students, the school strives to cultivate a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages students to develop their skills, prepare for future educational paths, and become active members of the Somerset community.
In addition to its core academic offerings—which typically include mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts—Northern Middle School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience. This often includes opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities, athletics, and various elective programs that encourage personal growth and interest exploration. By focusing on the unique needs of middle-grade students, the school strives to cultivate a supportive learning atmosphere that encourages students to develop their skills, prepare for future educational paths, and become active members of the Somerset community.
846
Total Students
49.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 763 |
| Hispanic | 54 |
| Black | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 21 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White763 (90.2 %)
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Hispanic54 (6.4 %)
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Two or More21 (2.5 %)
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Black4 (0.5 %)
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American Indian2 (0.2 %)
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Asian1 (0.1 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (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: | Pulaski County |
| Phone: | (606)678-5230 |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 846 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 49.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 17.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 463 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 8 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
284
Grade 7
267
Grade 8
295
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 284 |
| Grade 7 | 267 |
| Grade 8 | 295 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 407 | 48.1% |
| Male | 439 | 51.9% |
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