Best Schools in Belfry, Kentucky
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Belfry by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Belfry Middle School
Middle · Pike County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Belfry Elementary
Elementary · Pike County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Belfry High School
High · Pike County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Belfry for 2026 are Belfry Middle School (6.6/10), Belfry Elementary (6.1/10), and Belfry High School (5.6/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$84,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$84,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Belfry
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Belfry Middle School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Belfry Elementary | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Belfry High School | 5.6 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $35,515
- Median home value
- $84,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 76%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Belfry compares
Kentucky rank
#81 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Kentucky avg (6.2)
Median household income
$36k
60% of Kentucky median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Belfry, Kentucky
Belfry, Kentucky is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Belfry 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 Belfry is Belfry Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Belfry is served by 1 school district: Pike County. These districts collectively serve 7,719 students.
Belfry's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $35,515. The poverty rate in the area is 23.0%.
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 | 603 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 335 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 477 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Belfry
Belfry, Kentucky · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$35,515
Median Home Value
$84,000
Median Rent
$629/mo
Population
2,590
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
23.0%
Community Profile
Belfry has a median household income of $35,515. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $84,000, with a median rent of $629/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Belfry, Kentucky
How many schools are in Belfry, Kentucky?
Belfry has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Belfry, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Belfry is 6.1 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 Belfry, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Belfry on MySchoolScout is Belfry Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Belfry, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Belfry on MySchoolScout is Belfry Elementary with a composite score of 6.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Belfry, Kentucky?
The top-ranked middle school in Belfry on MySchoolScout is Belfry Middle School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Belfry, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Belfry on MySchoolScout is Belfry High School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Belfry, Kentucky?
Belfry is served by 1 school district: Pike County.
What is the education level in Belfry, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Belfry have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Belfry, Kentucky?
The median household income in Belfry is approximately $35,515 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Belfry, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Belfry is 16.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Belfry, 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.