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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Parent / Guardian
January 28, 2025
We LOVE Lowe! We feel it is a hidden gem inside JCPS. The teachers care deeply and put so much of themselves into what they do. They are responsive and make learning engaging. We have loved each... More
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Lowe Elementary School
Current student
January 23, 2025
I have seen so many fights here I sometimes think this ain't a school but a fight club
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Lloyd High School
Current student
January 22, 2025
I’am convince the principal strongly dislikes the students. To deny a child the right use the bathroom is completely inhuman. In this school everyone gets punished for a few people’s... More
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Scott County High School