Best Schools in Fordsville, Kentucky
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Fordsville Elementary School
Elementary · Ohio County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$88,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.9
out of 10
Median Home
$88,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fordsville
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 | Fordsville Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.9/10
- Median household income
- $49,276
- Median home value
- $88,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 89%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Fordsville compares
Median household income
$49k
83% of Kentucky median
About Schools in Fordsville, Kentucky
Fordsville, Kentucky is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.9 out of 10, schools in Fordsville 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 Fordsville is Fordsville Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fordsville is served by 1 school district: Ohio County. These districts collectively serve 3,869 students.
Fordsville's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,276. The poverty rate in the area is 15.7%.
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 | 238 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.9 |
Schools in Fordsville
Fordsville, Kentucky · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$49,276
Median Home Value
$88,500
Median Rent
$488/mo
Population
1,372
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
89%
Poverty Rate
15.7%
Community Profile
Fordsville has a median household income of $49,276. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $88,500, with a median rent of $488/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Fordsville, Kentucky
How many schools are in Fordsville, Kentucky?
Fordsville has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fordsville, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fordsville is 7.9 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 Fordsville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Fordsville on MySchoolScout is Fordsville Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fordsville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fordsville on MySchoolScout is Fordsville Elementary School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Fordsville, Kentucky?
Fordsville is served by 1 school district: Ohio County.
What is the education level in Fordsville, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Fordsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fordsville, Kentucky?
The median household income in Fordsville is approximately $49,276 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fordsville, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fordsville is 14.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fordsville, 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.