3,397
Preschools
1,513
Elementary Schools
1,011
Middle Schools
862
High Schools
1,746
Public District Schools
3,013
Private Schools
4,759
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Kentucky based on a variety of measures. 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
95,230 students | LOUISVILLE, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 181 schools -
Fayette County
41,422 students | LEXINGTON, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 85 schools -
Boone County
20,200 students | FLORENCE, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 30 schools -
Warren County School District
17,799 students | BOWLING GREEN, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 37 schools -
Hardin County
14,675 students | ELIZABETHTOWN, KY
Grades PK, K-12 & Ungraded | 28 schools
Reviews From Schools in Kentucky
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Parent / Guardian
August 01, 2025
This is a ߣѿƬ that provided my kids with great opportunities in classes, clubs, and sports! My child had the opportunity to take numerous dual-credit courses and be a year ahead in college. I... More
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Boyle County High School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
August 01, 2025
I went to this school a long time ago and will say this school is quite nice despite some teachers not attending at all to class…
Few teachers were certainly the best however I don’t know if they... More
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Kingsolver Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
July 29, 2025
Christian Academy of Carrollton offers a fantastic K3 program. My child had an amazing experience with her first school setting. She truly blossomed both socially-emotionally, behaviorally, and... More
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Christian Academy Of Carrollton