Best Schools in Tompkinsville, Kentucky
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Tompkinsville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Tompkinsville Elem
Elementary · Monroe County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Joe Harrison Carter
Elementary · Monroe County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Monroe Co Middle
Middle · Monroe County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Tompkinsville for 2026 are Tompkinsville Elem (9.0/10), Joe Harrison Carter (8.7/10), and Monroe Co Middle (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$125,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
8.0
out of 10
Median Home
$125,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Tompkinsville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tompkinsville Elem | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Joe Harrison Carter | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Monroe Co Middle | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Monroe Co High | 6.8 / 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
- 8.0/10
- Median household income
- $45,388
- Median home value
- $125,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 14%
- Avg commute
- 31 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 66%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tompkinsville compares
Kentucky rank
#3 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.8
above Kentucky avg (6.2)
Median household income
$45k
76% of Kentucky median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Tompkinsville, Kentucky
Tompkinsville, Kentucky is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Tompkinsville 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 Tompkinsville is Tompkinsville Elem with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tompkinsville is served by 1 school district: Monroe County. These districts collectively serve 1,823 students.
Tompkinsville's community shows 14% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,388. The poverty rate in the area is 22.8%.
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 | 407 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 |
| 2 | 250 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 380 students · 6th–8th | 7.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 516 students · 9th–12th | 6.8 |
Schools in Tompkinsville
Tompkinsville, Kentucky · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,388
Median Home Value
$125,300
Median Rent
$623/mo
Population
8,393
College Educated
14%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Community Profile
Tompkinsville has a median household income of $45,388. It is a community where 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $125,300, with a median rent of $623/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Tompkinsville, Kentucky
How many schools are in Tompkinsville, Kentucky?
Tompkinsville has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tompkinsville, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tompkinsville is 8.0 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 Tompkinsville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Tompkinsville on MySchoolScout is Tompkinsville Elem with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tompkinsville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tompkinsville on MySchoolScout is Tompkinsville Elem with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Tompkinsville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked middle school in Tompkinsville on MySchoolScout is Monroe Co Middle with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Tompkinsville, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Tompkinsville on MySchoolScout is Monroe Co High with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Tompkinsville, Kentucky?
Tompkinsville is served by 1 school district: Monroe County.
What is the education level in Tompkinsville, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 14% of adults in Tompkinsville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tompkinsville, Kentucky?
The median household income in Tompkinsville is approximately $45,388 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tompkinsville, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tompkinsville is 14.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tompkinsville, 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.