Best Schools in Buckner, Kentucky
1 schools · 1 Other
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Buckner Alternative High School
Other · Oldham County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$486,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$486,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Buckner
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Buckner Alternative High School | 5.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $156,736
- Median home value
- $486,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 55%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Buckner compares
Median household income
$157k
264% of Kentucky median
About Schools in Buckner, Kentucky
Buckner, Kentucky is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Buckner 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 Buckner is Buckner Alternative High School with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Buckner is served by 1 school district: Oldham County. These districts collectively serve 12,135 students.
Buckner's community shows 55% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $156,736. The poverty rate in the area is 0.0%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 students · 4th–12th | 5.3 |
Schools in Buckner
Buckner, Kentucky · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$156,736
Median Home Value
$486,400
Median Rent
$1,524/mo
Population
660
College Educated
55%
Homeownership
80%
Poverty Rate
0.0%
Community Profile
Buckner has a median household income of $156,736. It is a well-educated community where 55% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $486,400, with a median rent of $1,524/month. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- 1
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Common questions about schools in Buckner, Kentucky
How many schools are in Buckner, Kentucky?
Buckner has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Buckner, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Buckner is 5.3 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 Buckner, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Buckner on MySchoolScout is Buckner Alternative High School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Buckner, Kentucky?
Buckner is served by 1 school district: Oldham County.
What is the education level in Buckner, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 55% of adults in Buckner have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Buckner, Kentucky?
The median household income in Buckner is approximately $156,736 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Buckner, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buckner is 6.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buckner, 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.