For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 690 students in Smithland, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in Smithland, KY are South Livingston Elementary School and Livingston Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smithland, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Smithland have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Smithland, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Livingston Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
850 Cutoff Rd
Smithland, KY 42081
(270) 928-3500
Smithland, KY 42081
(270) 928-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Livingston Central High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
750 Us 60 W
Smithland, KY 42081
(270) 928-2065
Smithland, KY 42081
(270) 928-2065
Gr: 9-12 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Smithland, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
712 Court St
Smithland, KY 42081
(270) 928-2330
Smithland, KY 42081
(270) 928-2330
Gr: K-6 | 183 students Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Smithland, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Smithland, KY include South Livingston Elementary School and Livingston Central High School.
How many public schools are located in Smithland?
2 public schools are located in Smithland.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithland?
Smithland public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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