For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,079 students in Barlow, KY.
The top ranked public schools in Barlow, KY are Ballard County Elementary School, Ballard Memorial High School and Ballard County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barlow, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Barlow have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 26% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Barlow, KY (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ballard County Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3383 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: K-5
| 463 students
Rank: #22.
Ballard Memorial High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 9-12
| 277 students
Rank: #33.
Ballard County Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 6-8
| 247 students
Rank: n/an/a
3383 Paducah Road
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: PK
| 92 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ballard County Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
11 Vocational School Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Barlow, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Barlow, KY include Ballard County Elementary School, Ballard Memorial High School and Ballard County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Barlow, KY?
5 public schools are located in Barlow, KY.
What is the racial composition of students in Barlow, KY?
Barlow, KY public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 26% (majority Black).
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