Best Schools in Fairdale, Kentucky
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Fairdale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Fairdale High
High · Jefferson County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Georgia Chaffee Teenage Parent Program
High · Jefferson County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Coral Ridge Elementary
Elementary · Jefferson County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Fairdale for 2026 are Fairdale High (5.9/10), Georgia Chaffee Teenage Parent Program (5.7/10), and Coral Ridge Elementary (4.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$140,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.1
out of 10
Median Home
$140,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fairdale
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairdale High | 5.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Georgia Chaffee Teenage Parent Program | 5.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Coral Ridge Elementary | 4.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Fairdale Elementary | 4.3 / 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
- 5.1/10
- Median household income
- $52,257
- Median home value
- $140,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fairdale compares
Kentucky rank
#122 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.1
below Kentucky avg (6.2)
Median household income
$52k
88% of Kentucky median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Fairdale, Kentucky
Fairdale, Kentucky is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.1 out of 10, schools in Fairdale 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 Fairdale is Fairdale High with a composite score of 5.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fairdale is served by 1 school district: Jefferson County. These districts collectively serve 94,793 students.
Fairdale's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,257. The poverty rate in the area is 23.8%.
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 | 594 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.4 |
| 2 | 623 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,401 students · 9th–12th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 96 students · 6th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Fairdale
Fairdale, Kentucky · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,257
Median Home Value
$140,900
Median Rent
$1,020/mo
Population
9,903
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
23.8%
Community Profile
Fairdale has a median household income of $52,257. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $140,900, with a median rent of $1,020/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 2
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Fairdale, Kentucky
How many schools are in Fairdale, Kentucky?
Fairdale has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fairdale, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fairdale is 5.1 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 Fairdale, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Fairdale on MySchoolScout is Fairdale High with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fairdale, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fairdale on MySchoolScout is Coral Ridge Elementary with a composite score of 4.4/10.
What is the best high school in Fairdale, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Fairdale on MySchoolScout is Fairdale High with a composite score of 5.9/10.
How many school districts serve Fairdale, Kentucky?
Fairdale is served by 1 school district: Jefferson County.
What is the education level in Fairdale, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Fairdale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fairdale, Kentucky?
The median household income in Fairdale is approximately $52,257 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fairdale, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fairdale is 13.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fairdale, 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.