For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 299 students in Providence, KY.
The top-ranked public school in Providence, KY is Providence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Providence, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Providence have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Providence, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Providence Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
470 S Broadway
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7041
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7041
Gr: PK-6 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Providence, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
470 S Broadway
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7041
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7041
Gr: PK-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
301 Cedar St
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7065
Providence, KY 42450
(270) 667-7065
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Providence, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Providence, KY include Providence Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Providence?
1 public schools are located in Providence.
What is the racial composition of students in Providence?
Providence public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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