3,386
Preschools
1,492
Elementary Schools
974
Middle Schools
826
High Schools
1,700
Public District Schools
3,023
Private Schools
4,723
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
97,936 students | LOUISVILLE, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 176 schools -
Fayette County
41,987 students | LEXINGTON, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 83 schools -
Boone County
20,750 students | FLORENCE, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 27 schools -
Warren County School District
16,293 students | BOWLING GREEN, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 37 schools -
Hardin County
14,787 students | ELIZABETHTOWN, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 28 schools
Reviews From Schools in Kentucky
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Parent / Guardian
September 28, 2023
Wonderful community of people with lots of opportunities for involvement. The teachers are fabulous and truly seem happy to be there. Amazing playgrounds and facilities. We couldn't be happier with... More
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Kentucky Country Day School
Parent / Guardian
September 27, 2023
Lowe is good yeah aim high go Lowe yeah mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
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Lowe Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
September 27, 2023
Incredibly loving staff and an extremely diverse school. A really special place to learn.
Review for
Jeffersontown Elementary School