For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 480 students in Jamestown, KY.
The top-ranked public school in Jamestown, KY is Jamestown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jamestown, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Jamestown have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Jamestown, KY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jamestown Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
342 S. Main Street
Jamestown, KY 42629
(270) 343-3966
Jamestown, KY 42629
(270) 343-3966
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Jamestown, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1085 Hwy 1058
Jamestown, KY 42629
(270) 343-4666
Jamestown, KY 42629
(270) 343-4666
Gr: PK-6 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Jamestown, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Jamestown, KY include Jamestown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jamestown?
1 public schools are located in Jamestown.
What is the racial composition of students in Jamestown?
Jamestown public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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