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.

Student Demographics

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.

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 | 27 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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Current student
March 14, 2024
Hi I am a 7th grader and this school sucks the food is nasty people have had food poison and there are bugs all over the school and bats in the school in my opinion this school needs to learn how to... More
Parent / Guardian
March 13, 2024
I moved my student to John Hardin High School after difficulties at another high school. She is like a different person now. She loves her classes and teachers. She said that the biggest difference... More
Parent / Guardian
March 13, 2024
We love SHMS. We came to the school years ago because of the principal, Dr. Bratcher. He was the best of the best and brought so many positive changes to the school. While he has moved on, the new... More