Best Schools in Irvine, Kentucky
6 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Irvine by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Estill County High School
High · Estill County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Estill Springs Elementary
Elementary · Estill County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Estill County Middle School
Middle · Estill County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Irvine for 2026 are Estill County High School (6.7/10), Estill Springs Elementary (5.9/10), and Estill County Middle School (5.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$114,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$114,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Irvine
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Estill County High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Estill Springs Elementary | 5.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Estill County Middle School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 4 | West Irvine Elementary | 4.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Estill County Success Academy | 4.1 / 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
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $45,060
- Median home value
- $114,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 10%
- Avg commute
- 35 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Irvine compares
Kentucky rank
#115 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below Kentucky avg (6.2)
Median household income
$45k
76% of Kentucky median
Schools in this city
6
About Schools in Irvine, Kentucky
Irvine, Kentucky is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Irvine 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 Irvine is Estill County High School with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Irvine is served by 1 school district: Estill County. These districts collectively serve 2,197 students.
Irvine's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,060. The poverty rate in the area is 21.5%.
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 | 477 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 |
| 2 | 476 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 407 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 647 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 38 students · 6th–12th | 4.1 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 143 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.2 |
Schools in Irvine
Irvine, Kentucky · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,060
Median Home Value
$114,500
Median Rent
$672/mo
Population
12,650
College Educated
10%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
21.5%
Community Profile
Irvine has a median household income of $45,060. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $114,500, with a median rent of $672/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Irvine, Kentucky
How many schools are in Irvine, Kentucky?
Irvine has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Irvine, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Irvine is 5.3 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 Irvine, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Irvine on MySchoolScout is Estill County High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Irvine, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Irvine on MySchoolScout is Estill Springs Elementary with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Irvine, Kentucky?
The top-ranked middle school in Irvine on MySchoolScout is Estill County Middle School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Irvine, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Irvine on MySchoolScout is Estill County High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Irvine, Kentucky?
Irvine is served by 1 school district: Estill County.
What is the education level in Irvine, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 10% of adults in Irvine have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Irvine, Kentucky?
The median household income in Irvine is approximately $45,060 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Irvine, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Irvine is 19.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Irvine, 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.