Best Schools in Barlow, Kentucky
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Barlow by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ballard Memorial High School
High · Ballard County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ballard County Middle School
Middle · Ballard County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ballard County Elementary School
Elementary · Ballard County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Barlow for 2026 are Ballard Memorial High School (8.0/10), Ballard County Middle School (7.6/10), and Ballard County Elementary School (6.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$150,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$150,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Barlow
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ballard Memorial High School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Ballard County Middle School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Ballard County Elementary School | 6.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $57,969
- Median home value
- $150,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Barlow compares
Kentucky rank
#55 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Kentucky avg (6.2)
Median household income
$58k
98% of Kentucky median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Barlow, Kentucky
Barlow, Kentucky is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Barlow show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Barlow is Ballard Memorial High School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Barlow is served by 1 school district: Ballard County. These districts collectively serve 1,039 students.
Barlow's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,969. The poverty rate in the area is 19.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 463 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 221 students · 6th–8th | 7.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 265 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 90 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.1 |
Schools in Barlow
Barlow, Kentucky · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,969
Median Home Value
$150,000
Median Rent
$579/mo
Population
1,160
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Community Profile
Barlow has a median household income of $57,969. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $150,000, with a median rent of $579/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Barlow, Kentucky
How many schools are in Barlow, Kentucky?
Barlow has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Barlow, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Barlow is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Barlow, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Barlow on MySchoolScout is Ballard Memorial High School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Barlow, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Barlow on MySchoolScout is Ballard County Elementary School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Barlow, Kentucky?
The top-ranked middle school in Barlow on MySchoolScout is Ballard County Middle School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best high school in Barlow, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Barlow on MySchoolScout is Ballard Memorial High School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Barlow, Kentucky?
Barlow is served by 1 school district: Ballard County.
What is the education level in Barlow, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Barlow have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Barlow, Kentucky?
The median household income in Barlow is approximately $57,969 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Barlow, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Barlow is 15.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Barlow, Kentucky?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kentucky Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.