Best Schools in Burnside, Kentucky
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Burnside Elementary School
Elementary · Pulaski County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$113,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$113,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Burnside
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 | Burnside Elementary School | 7.5 / 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
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $48,313
- Median home value
- $113,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 8%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Burnside compares
Median household income
$48k
81% of Kentucky median
About Schools in Burnside, Kentucky
Burnside, Kentucky is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Burnside perform strongly 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 Burnside is Burnside Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Burnside is served by 1 school district: Pulaski County. These districts collectively serve 7,840 students.
Burnside's community shows 8% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,313. The poverty rate in the area is 28.3%.
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 | 432 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
Schools in Burnside
Burnside, Kentucky · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,313
Median Home Value
$113,500
Median Rent
$839/mo
Population
2,800
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
83%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
28.3%
Community Profile
Burnside has a median household income of $48,313. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $113,500, with a median rent of $839/month. The area has a poverty rate of 28.3%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Burnside, Kentucky
How many schools are in Burnside, Kentucky?
Burnside has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Burnside, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Burnside is 7.5 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 Burnside, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Burnside on MySchoolScout is Burnside Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Burnside, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Burnside on MySchoolScout is Burnside Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Burnside, Kentucky?
Burnside is served by 1 school district: Pulaski County.
What is the education level in Burnside, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 8% of adults in Burnside have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Burnside, Kentucky?
The median household income in Burnside is approximately $48,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Burnside, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Burnside is 13.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Burnside, 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.