Blackburn Correctional Complex is a minimum-security state prison located near Lexington, Kentucky. It opened in 1972 and had a prison population of 594 as of 2007. It is named for former Kentucky governor Luke P. Blackburn, who is known as the "father of prison reform in Kentucky."
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: Inquire with school
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
Campus Size
456 acres
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district is Blackburn Education Center part of?
Blackburn Education Center is part of Fayette County School District.
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