For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,601 students in Brandenburg, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 133 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Brandenburg, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Brandenburg, KY are Barry Hahn Primary School, David T. Wilson Elementary School and James R. Allen High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Brandenburg, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Brandenburg have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 26% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Brandenburg, KY (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Barry Hahn Primary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
750 Broadway
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7545
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7545
Grades: PK-3
| 772 students
Rank: #22.
David T. Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1075 Old Ekron Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7540
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7540
Grades: 4-6
| 493 students
Rank: #33.
James R. Allen High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
918 Old State Road
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7516
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7516
Grades: 6-12
| 10 students
Rank: #44.
Stuart Pepper Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1085 Old Ekron Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7530
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7530
Grades: 7-8
| 775 students
Rank: #55.
Meade County High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
938 Old State Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7515
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7515
Grades: 9-12
| 1,541 students
Rank: n/an/a
Brandenburg High School
Alternative School
938 Old State Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7516
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7516
Grades: 9-12
| 10 students
Rank: n/an/a
Meade County College And Career Center
Vocational School
110 Greer Street
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-3955
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-3955
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Brandenburg, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1155 Old Ekron Rd
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7500
Brandenburg, KY 40108
(270) 422-7500
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Brandenburg, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Brandenburg, KY include Barry Hahn Primary School, David T. Wilson Elementary School and James R. Allen High School.
How many public schools are located in Brandenburg, KY?
7 public schools are located in Brandenburg, KY.
What percentage of students in Brandenburg, KY go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Brandenburg, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Brandenburg, KY?
Brandenburg, KY public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 26% (majority Black).
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