For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,238 students in Marion County, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 195 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Marion County, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Marion County, KY are Hugh C. Spalding Academy, West Marion Elementary School and Calvary Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion County, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Marion County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 26% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Marion County (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hugh C. Spalding Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
721 E. Main St.
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-0690
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-0690
Grades: K-12
| 152 students
Rank: #22.
West Marion Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8175 Loretto Rd
Loretto, KY 40037
(270) 699-4320
Loretto, KY 40037
(270) 699-4320
Grades: PK-5
| 424 students
Rank: #33.
Calvary Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3345 Hwy 208
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3676
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3676
Grades: PK-5
| 235 students
Rank: #44.
Marion County High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
735 East Main Street
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-6066
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-6066
Grades: 9-12
| 639 students
Rank: #55.
Marion County Knight Academy
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 Corporate Drive
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Grades: 7-9
| 490 students
Rank: #66.
Marion County Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1155 Hwy. 327
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Grades: 6-7
| 490 students
Rank: #77.
Glasscock Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
773 E Main St
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3223
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3223
Grades: PK-5
| 471 students
Rank: #88.
Lebanon Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
420 W Main St
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3883
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3883
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Rank: n/an/a
Marion County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
721 East Main
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3155
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3155
Grades: 8-12
| 0 students
Marion County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
200 Corporate Drive
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Grades: 6-8
| 449 students
1155 Hwy 327
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Grades: 6-8
| 257 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marion County, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Marion County, KY include Hugh C. Spalding Academy, West Marion Elementary School and Calvary Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Marion County, KY?
9 public schools are located in Marion County, KY.
What percentage of students in Marion County, KY go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Marion County, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marion County, KY?
Marion County, KY public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 26% (majority Black).
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