Best Schools in Eastern, Kentucky
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Eastern by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Floyd Central High School
High · Floyd County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Duff-allen Central Elementary
Elementary · Floyd County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Eastern
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Floyd Central High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Duff-allen Central Elementary | 5.0 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 90%
0% of schools rated 7+
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Eastern, Kentucky
Eastern, Kentucky is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Eastern 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 Eastern is Floyd Central High School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Eastern is served by 1 school district: Floyd County. These districts collectively serve 5,449 students.
Eastern's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment. 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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 422 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 530 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in Eastern
Eastern, Kentucky · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Population
147
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
90%
Poverty Rate
0.0%
Community Profile
It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. 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 Eastern, Kentucky
How many schools are in Eastern, Kentucky?
Eastern has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Eastern, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Eastern is 5.8 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 Eastern, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Eastern on MySchoolScout is Floyd Central High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Eastern, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Eastern on MySchoolScout is Duff-allen Central Elementary with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best high school in Eastern, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Eastern on MySchoolScout is Floyd Central High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Eastern, Kentucky?
Eastern is served by 1 school district: Floyd County.
What is the education level in Eastern, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Eastern have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Eastern, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Eastern 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 Eastern, 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.