7.4 avg / 10

Best Schools in Science Hill, Kentucky

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 7.4/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 7.4/10
Median household income: $52,031
Median home value: $138,400
Bachelor's degree or higher: 10%
Avg commute: 23 min
Owner-occupied homes: 82%

How Science Hill compares

Median household income

$52k

88% of Kentucky median

About Schools in Science Hill, Kentucky

Science Hill, Kentucky is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Science Hill perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Science Hill is Science Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Science Hill is served by 1 school district: Science Hill Independent. These districts collectively serve 506 students.

Science Hill's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,031. The poverty rate in the area is 17.3%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Science Hill Elementary School 506 students · Pre-K–8th	506	Pre-K–8th	7.4

Schools in Science Hill

Science Hill, Kentucky · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$52,031

Median Home Value

$138,400

Median Rent

$906/mo

Population

5,962

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

82%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

17.3%

Community Profile

Science Hill has a median household income of $52,031. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $138,400, with a median rent of $906/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.3%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Kentucky
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 7.4/10

Resources

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School District

Science Hill Independent

1 school · 506 students

Nearby Cities

Somerset (16 schools)

Waynesburg (2 schools)

14 mi

Crab Orchard (2 schools)

Mount Vernon (5 schools)

20 mi

Stanford (3 schools)

24 mi

Hustonville (1 school)

23 mi

Paint Lick (1 school)

29 mi

Lancaster (3 schools)

30 mi

Monticello (9 schools)

28 mi

Whitley City (1 school)

30 mi

Other Major Cities in Kentucky

Top metros statewide by school count.

Louisville 233 schools Lexington 100 schools Bowling Green 42 schools Owensboro 36 schools Paducah 20 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Science Hill, Kentucky

How many schools are in Science Hill, Kentucky?

Science Hill has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Science Hill, Kentucky?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Science Hill is 7.4 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Science Hill, Kentucky?

The top-ranked school in Science Hill on MySchoolScout is Science Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

What is the best elementary school in Science Hill, Kentucky?

The top-ranked elementary school in Science Hill on MySchoolScout is Science Hill Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.

How many school districts serve Science Hill, Kentucky?

Science Hill is served by 1 school district: Science Hill Independent.

What is the education level in Science Hill, Kentucky?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Science Hill have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Science Hill, Kentucky?

The median household income in Science Hill is approximately $52,031 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Science Hill, Kentucky?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Science Hill is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Science Hill, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.