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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Parent / Guardian
May 16, 2024
Dear Parents, please don’t judge a book by its cover. From the outside looking in, this school looks absolutely amazing. Your children or child’s chance of succeeding here is close to 100% if they are... More
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Christian Academy of Louisville
Parent / Guardian
May 15, 2024
I have a special needs child that attends here. Mrs. Slugantz is by far one of the best teachers she has ever had. She takes the time to get to know her students interest, teaches them in the best way... More
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Cassidy Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 14, 2024
I truly wish my daughter didn't have to go to this school. I never get responses from her teachers. She was also hurt at school fell on the steps. No ice was put on her contusions and by the time I... More
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Kit Carson Elementary School