For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 682 students in Martin, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Martin, KY are May Valley Elementary School and Renaissance Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Martin, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Martin have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Martin, KY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
May Valley Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
481 Stephens Br
Martin, KY 41649
(606) 285-0883
Martin, KY 41649
(606) 285-0883
Gr: PK-8 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Renaissance Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
145 Randy Caudill Loop
Martin, KY 41649
(606) 285-3634
Martin, KY 41649
(606) 285-3634
Gr: K-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Martin, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Opportunities Unlimited Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
11479 Main St
Martin, KY 41649
(606) 285-3634
Martin, KY 41649
(606) 285-3634
Gr: 7-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Martin, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Martin, KY include May Valley Elementary School and Renaissance Learning Center.
How many public elementary schools are located in Martin?
2 public elementary schools are located in Martin.
What is the racial composition of students in Martin?
Martin public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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