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
June 02, 2024
There is an air of favoritism amongst administrators and teachers which results in a toxic workplace for students and teachers who are not participating in that favoritism. Student needs are not... More
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Austin Tracy Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 01, 2024
Three of my four children attended this school and it was fantastic
Review for
Hartstern Elementary School
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
Review for
Washington County High School