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

Schools that create a positive culture help all students thrive. See how.
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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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Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 23, 2024
They let their children get beat on and almost killed by other student with minimal consequences look into it you’ll find all you need to know it’s disgusting
Review for Franklin-Simpson High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
April 20, 2024
Went there for 5 years of my life very good school definitely recommend
Review for Wilt Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 19, 2024
Me and my kids have moved and been threw alot rineyville elementary is by far the worst school ever no one does there job n everyone always says that they know nothing about what is going on they have... More
Review for Rineyville Elementary School