Best Schools in Cawood, Kentucky
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Cawood Elementary School
Elementary · Harlan County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$65,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.6
out of 10
Median Home
$65,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cawood
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 | Cawood Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.6/10
- Median household income
- $44,453
- Median home value
- $65,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 28%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Cawood compares
Median household income
$44k
75% of Kentucky median
About Schools in Cawood, Kentucky
Cawood, Kentucky is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.6 out of 10, schools in Cawood 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 Cawood is Cawood Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cawood is served by 1 school district: Harlan County. These districts collectively serve 3,361 students.
Cawood's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $44,453. The poverty rate in the area is 12.5%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 209 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.6 |
Schools in Cawood
Cawood, Kentucky · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$44,453
Median Home Value
$65,900
Population
815
College Educated
28%
Homeownership
84%
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Community Profile
Cawood has a median household income of $44,453. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $65,900. The area has a poverty rate of 12.5%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Cawood, Kentucky
How many schools are in Cawood, Kentucky?
Cawood has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cawood, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cawood is 7.6 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 Cawood, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Cawood on MySchoolScout is Cawood Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cawood, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cawood on MySchoolScout is Cawood Elementary School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Cawood, Kentucky?
Cawood is served by 1 school district: Harlan County.
What is the education level in Cawood, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 28% of adults in Cawood have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cawood, Kentucky?
The median household income in Cawood is approximately $44,453 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cawood, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cawood is 13.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cawood, 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.