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 37% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Marion County have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 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
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Calvary Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3345 Hwy 208
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3676
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3676
Grades: PK-5
| 229 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
West Marion Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8175 Loretto Rd
Loretto, KY 40037
(270) 699-4320
Loretto, KY 40037
(270) 699-4320
Grades: PK-5
| 392 students
Rank: #33.
Marion County Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1155 Hwy. 327
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Grades: 6-7
| 418 students
Rank: #44.
Glasscock Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
773 E Main St
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3223
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3223
Grades: PK-5
| 465 students
Rank: #55.
Lebanon Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
420 W Main St
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3883
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3883
Grades: PK-5
| 325 students
Rank: #66.
Hugh C. Spalding Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 6-9% | 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
Grades: K-12
| 126 students
Marion County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
200 Corporate Drive
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Grades: 6-8
| 449 students
1155 Hwy 327
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Grades: 6-8
| 257 students
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: Lebanon Elementary School vs. Glasscock Elementary School, Glasscock Elementary School vs. Lebanon Elementary School, Calvary Elementary School vs. Glasscock Elementary School
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