Best Schools in Fulton, Kentucky
1 schools · 1 Other
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Fulton Independent School
Other · Fulton Independent. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$90,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$90,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fulton
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 | Fulton Independent School | 7.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $36,366
- Median home value
- $90,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Fulton compares
Median household income
$36k
61% of Kentucky median
About Schools in Fulton, Kentucky
Fulton, Kentucky is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Fulton 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 Fulton is Fulton Independent School with a composite score of 7.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fulton is served by 1 school district: Fulton Independent. These districts collectively serve 293 students.
Fulton's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $36,366. The poverty rate in the area is 32.4%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 293 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.7 |
Schools in Fulton
Fulton, Kentucky · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$36,366
Median Home Value
$90,400
Median Rent
$633/mo
Population
4,584
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
65%
Poverty Rate
32.4%
Community Profile
Fulton has a median household income of $36,366. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $90,400, with a median rent of $633/month. The area has a poverty rate of 32.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Kentucky
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Fulton, Kentucky
How many schools are in Fulton, Kentucky?
Fulton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fulton, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fulton is 7.7 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 Fulton, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Fulton on MySchoolScout is Fulton Independent School with a composite score of 7.7/10.
How many school districts serve Fulton, Kentucky?
Fulton is served by 1 school district: Fulton Independent.
What is the education level in Fulton, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Fulton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fulton, Kentucky?
The median household income in Fulton is approximately $36,366 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fulton, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fulton is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fulton, 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.