3,397
Preschools
1,513
Elementary Schools
1,011
Middle Schools
862
High Schools
1,746
Public District Schools
3,013
Private Schools
4,759
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Kentucky based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Kentucky at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Kentucky offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Kentucky
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Jefferson County
95,230 students | LOUISVILLE, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 181 schools -
Fayette County
41,422 students | LEXINGTON, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 85 schools -
Boone County
20,200 students | FLORENCE, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 30 schools -
Warren County School District
17,799 students | BOWLING GREEN, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 37 schools -
Hardin County
14,675 students | ELIZABETHTOWN, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 28 schools
Reviews From Schools in Kentucky
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
July 12, 2025
Hormonal special education teachers should not be allowed in the classrooms, especially when they're having hormonal mood swings throughout the day. My kids coming home upset telling me she's yelling... More
Review for
Turkey Foot Middle School
Parent / Guardian
July 12, 2025
I recommend all parents to bring their children into this school because it helps all students to learn and it's more safe in the community
Review for
Meadow View Elementary School
Current student
July 11, 2025
Foley does not care if you get harassed. Would not recommend.
Review for
Foley Middle School