3,385
Preschools
1,490
Elementary Schools
971
Middle Schools
825
High Schools
1,699
Public District Schools
3,021
Private Schools
4,720
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 GreatSchools 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
95,911 students | LOUISVILLE, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 176 schools -
Fayette County
41,203 students | LEXINGTON, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 83 schools -
Boone County
20,280 students | FLORENCE, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 28 schools -
Warren County School District
16,860 students | BOWLING GREEN, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 37 schools -
Hardin County
14,656 students | ELIZABETHTOWN, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 28 schools
Reviews From Schools in Kentucky
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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 30, 2024
I graduated recently and I was told by multiple teachers I would never make it anywhere. Especially the new guidance counselor. She told me there was no point in me going to college because I would... More
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Washington County High School
Parent / Guardian
May 30, 2024
Committed teachers and lots of engagements for kids
Review for
Klondike Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 25, 2024
Esta escuela es sin duda Excepcional, podría decir que el bullying allí no existe. Los maestros son buenos, se preocupan por los niños y hacen un gran esfuerzo por hacer el día a día ameno y llevadero... More
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Klondike Elementary School