Boyd County Middle School

618 Students

Middle School 6th - 8th

School Overview

Boyd County Middle School, located at 1226 Summit Road in Ashland, Kentucky, serves as a central hub for the academic and personal development of students in the Boyd County school district. As a middle-level institution, it is specifically designed to bridge the gap between elementary and high school, focusing on the unique social, emotional, and cognitive needs of early adolescents. The school emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum that aims to foster critical thinking, foundational academic skills, and preparation for future high school success.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Boyd County Middle School is characterized by its commitment to building a supportive school community. Through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and student organizations, the school provides opportunities for students to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and build positive peer relationships. By prioritizing both rigorous classroom instruction and the holistic development of its students, the school strives to create an environment where young learners can grow into responsible and engaged citizens within the Ashland area.

618

Total Students

42.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

57.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Boyd County Middle School
Demographic	Student Count
White	580
Hispanic	12
Black	6
Two or More	20

White
580 (93.9%)
Two or More
20 (3.2%)
Hispanic
12 (1.9%)
Black
6 (1.0%)

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:	Boyd County
Phone:	(606)928-9547
Grade Range:	6th - 8th
Total Students:	618
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	42.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	319
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	33

* 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 6 213

Grade 7 223

Grade 8 182