Best Schools in Pine Knot, Kentucky
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Pine Knot Intermediate
Elementary · Mccreary County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$102,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$102,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Pine Knot
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 | Pine Knot Intermediate | 6.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $36,506
- Median home value
- $102,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 7%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Pine Knot compares
Median household income
$37k
61% of Kentucky median
About Schools in Pine Knot, Kentucky
Pine Knot, Kentucky is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Pine Knot 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 Pine Knot is Pine Knot Intermediate with a composite score of 6.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Pine Knot is served by 1 school district: McCreary County. These districts collectively serve 2,727 students.
Pine Knot's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $36,506. The poverty rate in the area is 37.5%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 356 students · 3rd–5th | 6.2 |
Schools in Pine Knot
Pine Knot, Kentucky · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$36,506
Median Home Value
$102,300
Median Rent
$421/mo
Population
4,789
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
60%
Poverty Rate
37.5%
Community Profile
Pine Knot has a median household income of $36,506. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $102,300, with a median rent of $421/month. The area has a poverty rate of 37.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. 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 Pine Knot, Kentucky
How many schools are in Pine Knot, Kentucky?
Pine Knot has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pine Knot, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pine Knot is 6.2 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 Pine Knot, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Pine Knot on MySchoolScout is Pine Knot Intermediate with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pine Knot, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pine Knot on MySchoolScout is Pine Knot Intermediate with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Pine Knot, Kentucky?
Pine Knot is served by 1 school district: Mccreary County.
What is the education level in Pine Knot, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 7% of adults in Pine Knot have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pine Knot, Kentucky?
The median household income in Pine Knot is approximately $36,506 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pine Knot, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pine Knot is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pine Knot, 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.