3,398
Preschools
1,514
Elementary Schools
1,013
Middle Schools
864
High Schools
1,746
Public District Schools
3,015
Private Schools
4,761
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 ӣƵ 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
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Current student
March 05, 2025
Worst school I’ve ever been to. Freshmen year was too easy so Sophomore year was incredibly hard to deal with. They spend money on sports rather than academics. If you’re struggling they don’t really... More
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North Bullitt High School
Parent / Guardian
March 04, 2025
The bulling at this school is horrible, teachers do nothing nor does the principal only when it happens.
My kid was sick of it and stood up for himself than was punished when he did so. It should... More
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Crawford Middle School
Parent / Guardian
March 04, 2025
My daughter will not be coming back at the end of the year. Some kids are allowed to treat other students terribly and get away with it because of money or their family name. The principal can be... More
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St Edward School