Bardstown Primary School serves 434 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Attendance Zone: Bardstown Primary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bardstown, KY, covering approximately 14.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest boundary located 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bardstown Primary School's student population of 434 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bardstown Primary School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
11%
11%
White
65%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bardstown Primary School often compared to?
Bardstown Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foster Heights Elementary School, Coxs Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Bardstown Primary School?
434 students attend Bardstown Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bardstown Primary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bardstown Primary School?
Bardstown Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bardstown Primary School offer ?
Bardstown Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bardstown Primary School part of?
Bardstown Primary School is part of Bardstown Independent School District.
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