For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 598 students in Wilmore, KY.
The top ranked public schools in Wilmore, KY are Wilmore Elementary School and The Providence School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wilmore, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Wilmore have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 26% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Wilmore, KY (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilmore Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
150 Campground Ln
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 858-3134
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 858-3134
Grades: 1-5
| 456 students
Rank: #22.
The Providence School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
210 S. Lexington Ave
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 887-4600
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 887-4600
Grades: 6-12
| 142 students
Wilmore, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
210 S Lexington Ave
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 858-0868
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 858-0868
Grades: PK-K
| 468 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Wilmore, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Wilmore, KY include Wilmore Elementary School and The Providence School.
How many public schools are located in Wilmore, KY?
2 public schools are located in Wilmore, KY.
What is the racial composition of students in Wilmore, KY?
Wilmore, KY public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 26% (majority Black).
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