Best Schools in Booneville, Kentucky
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Booneville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Highland-turner Elementary School
Elementary · Breathitt County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Owsley County High School
High · Owsley County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Owsley County Elementary School
Elementary · Owsley County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Booneville for 2026 are Highland-turner Elementary School (9.0/10), Owsley County High School (6.7/10), and Owsley County Elementary School (4.1/10), 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
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$92,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$92,000
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Booneville
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 | Highland-turner Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Owsley County High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Owsley County Elementary School | 4.1 / 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
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $37,111
- Median home value
- $92,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Booneville compares
Kentucky rank
#49 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above Kentucky avg (6.2)
Median household income
$37k
62% of Kentucky median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Booneville, Kentucky
Booneville, Kentucky is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Booneville 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 Booneville is Highland-turner Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Booneville is served by 2 school districts: Breathitt County, Owsley County. These districts collectively serve 2,462 students.
Booneville's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $37,111. The poverty rate in the area is 23.5%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 188 students · Pre-K–6th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 425 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 317 students · 6th–12th | 6.7 |
Schools in Booneville
Booneville, Kentucky · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$37,111
Median Home Value
$92,000
Median Rent
$540/mo
Population
4,483
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
23.5%
Community Profile
Booneville has a median household income of $37,111. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $92,000, with a median rent of $540/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Kentucky
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Booneville, Kentucky
How many schools are in Booneville, Kentucky?
Booneville has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Booneville, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Booneville is 6.6 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 Booneville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Booneville on MySchoolScout is Highland-turner Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Booneville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Booneville on MySchoolScout is Highland-turner Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best high school in Booneville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Booneville on MySchoolScout is Owsley County High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Booneville, Kentucky?
Booneville is served by 2 school districts: Breathitt County, Owsley County.
What is the education level in Booneville, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Booneville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Booneville, Kentucky?
The median household income in Booneville is approximately $37,111 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Booneville, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Booneville is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Booneville, 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.