3,345
Preschools
1,519
Elementary Schools
940
Middle Schools
795
High Schools
1,675
Public District Schools
2,993
Private Schools
4,668
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.
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
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Largest School Districts in Kentucky
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Jefferson County
97,936 students | LOUISVILLE, KY
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 174 schools -
Fayette County
41,987 students | LEXINGTON, KY
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 80 schools -
Boone County
20,750 students | FLORENCE, KY
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 27 schools -
Warren County School District
16,293 students | BOWLING GREEN, KY
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 38 schools -
Hardin County
14,787 students | ELIZABETHTOWN, KY
Grades PK-12 & Ungraded | 28 schools
Reviews From Schools in Kentucky
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 24, 2022
The level of discrimination I have seen against colored people at the school, is truly upsetting. There is a lot of sexism, racism, and especially favoritism. Sexism is demonstrated in the dress... More
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Whitefield Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 24, 2022
My children have attended a few schools and by far this is a bad school. No teacher communication. Bullying is a big issue at this school.
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Pembroke Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 23, 2022
There simply is no school like JFJ. Your child will be welcomed with a smile and a warm embrace daily. The teachers love their students like their own and truly love their job. In a career where there... More