Top Rated Schools in This State

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.
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Student Demographics

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Largest School Districts in Kentucky

  • 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
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Reviews From Schools in Kentucky

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Parent / Guardian
April 27, 2024
Knowing now what I have come to know throughout my years at Miles, I would have definitely found a way to send my child elsewhere. To say that there is a toxic environment at this school is putting it... More
Review for Miles Elementary School
Current student
April 26, 2024
I was once physically attacked and hit in the face at this school. I got in trouble and yelled at for “cussing”. What happened to actions speak louder than words? (the student that hit me wasn’t even... More
Review for North Middle School
Current student
April 26, 2024
Flooded with bullies, poor management, filthy moldy building (always stunk, scarcely cleaned.. the girls basketball/volleyball locker rooms should be considered a health hazard. DO NOT GO HERE GO TO... More
Review for Talton K Stone Middle School