Best Schools in Hazard, Kentucky
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Hazard by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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West Perry Elementary School
Elementary · Perry County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cordia School
Other · Knott County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hazard High School
High · Hazard Independent. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Hazard for 2026 are West Perry Elementary School (8.1/10), Cordia School (7.9/10), and Hazard High School (7.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$107,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$107,500
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 79% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Hazard schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Hazard
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Perry Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Cordia School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Hazard High School | 7.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Perry County Central High School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Roy G. Eversole Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 6 | East Perry County Elementary School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Hazard Middle School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Learning Academy | 4.9 / 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
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $39,427
- Median home value
- $107,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 62%
38% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Hazard compares
Kentucky rank
#35 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.6
above Kentucky avg (6.2)
Median household income
$39k
66% of Kentucky median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard, Kentucky is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Hazard 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 Hazard is West Perry Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hazard is served by 3 school districts: Hazard Independent, Knott County, Perry County. These districts collectively serve 6,600 students.
Hazard's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $39,427. The poverty rate in the area is 26.7%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 766 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 449 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 642 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.7 |
| 4 | 3 students · Kindergarten–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 266 students · 5th–8th | 6.0 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 301 students · 9th–12th | 7.6 |
| 2 | 806 students · 9th–12th | 6.9 |
| 3 | 47 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 171 students · Pre-K–12th | 7.9 |
Schools in Hazard
Hazard, Kentucky · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$39,427
Median Home Value
$107,500
Median Rent
$802/mo
Population
16,646
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
62%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
26.7%
Community Profile
Hazard has a median household income of $39,427. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $107,500, with a median rent of $802/month. The area has a poverty rate of 26.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Hazard, Kentucky
How many schools are in Hazard, Kentucky?
Hazard has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hazard, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hazard is 6.9 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 Hazard, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Hazard on MySchoolScout is West Perry Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Hazard, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Hazard on MySchoolScout is West Perry Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Hazard, Kentucky?
The top-ranked middle school in Hazard on MySchoolScout is Hazard Middle School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Hazard, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Hazard on MySchoolScout is Hazard High School with a composite score of 7.6/10.
How many school districts serve Hazard, Kentucky?
Hazard is served by 3 school districts: Hazard Independent, Knott County, Perry County.
What is the education level in Hazard, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Hazard have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Hazard, Kentucky?
The median household income in Hazard is approximately $39,427 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hazard, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hazard is 16.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hazard, 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.