For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,955 students in Marion County, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Marion County, KY are Calvary Elementary School, West Marion Elementary School and Marion County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion County, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marion County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Marion County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Calvary Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3345 Hwy 208
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3676
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3676
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
West Marion Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8175 Loretto Rd
Loretto, KY 40037
(270) 699-4320
Loretto, KY 40037
(270) 699-4320
Gr: PK-5 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Marion County Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1155 Hwy. 327
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Gr: 6-7 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Glasscock Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
773 E Main St
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3223
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3223
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Lebanon Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
420 W Main St
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3883
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3883
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #66.
Hugh C. Spalding Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
721 E. Main St.
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-0690
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-0690
Gr: K-12 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 63:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Marion County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
200 Corporate Drive
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Gr: 6-8 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
1155 Hwy 327
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Gr: 6-8 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Marion County, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Marion County, KY include Calvary Elementary School, West Marion Elementary School and Marion County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Marion County?
6 public elementary schools are located in Marion County.
What is the racial composition of students in Marion County?
Marion County public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Marion County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Marion County include: Glasscock Elementary School vs. Lebanon Elementary School, Lebanon Elementary School vs. Glasscock Elementary School, Calvary Elementary School vs. Glasscock Elementary School
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