Best Schools in Williamsburg, Kentucky
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Williamsburg by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Pleasant View Elementary School
Elementary · Whitley County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Boston Elementary School
Elementary · Whitley County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Whitley Central Intermediate School
Elementary · Whitley County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Williamsburg for 2026 are Pleasant View Elementary School (8.6/10), Boston Elementary School (8.5/10), and Whitley Central Intermediate School (8.2/10), 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
$94,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$94,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.2/10 despite 72% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.4 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 Williamsburg schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Williamsburg
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 | Pleasant View Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Boston Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Whitley Central Intermediate School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Whitley County Middle School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Whitley County High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Williamsburg City School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Whitley County Alternative School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 8 | Colonel Academy | 4.7 / 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
- $41,772
- Median home value
- $94,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
56% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Williamsburg compares
Kentucky rank
#34 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Kentucky avg (6.2)
Median household income
$42k
70% of Kentucky median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Williamsburg, Kentucky
Williamsburg, 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 Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg is Pleasant View Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Williamsburg is served by 2 school districts: Whitley County, Williamsburg Independent. These districts collectively serve 5,064 students.
Williamsburg's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $41,772. The poverty rate in the area is 29.3%.
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.
Elementary Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 221 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.6 |
| 2 | 199 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.5 |
| 3 | 446 students · 3rd–6th | 8.2 |
| 4 | 459 students · Pre-K–2nd | 5.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 519 students · 7th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 947 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 56 students · 7th–12th | 5.4 |
| 3 | 147 students · 7th–12th | 4.7 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 842 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Williamsburg
Williamsburg, Kentucky · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$41,772
Median Home Value
$94,100
Median Rent
$729/mo
Population
17,931
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
63%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
29.3%
Community Profile
Williamsburg has a median household income of $41,772. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $94,100, with a median rent of $729/month. The area has a poverty rate of 29.3%, 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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Common questions about schools in Williamsburg, Kentucky
How many schools are in Williamsburg, Kentucky?
Williamsburg has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Williamsburg, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Williamsburg 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 Williamsburg, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Williamsburg on MySchoolScout is Pleasant View Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Williamsburg, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Williamsburg on MySchoolScout is Pleasant View Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Williamsburg, Kentucky?
The top-ranked middle school in Williamsburg on MySchoolScout is Whitley County Middle School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in Williamsburg, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Williamsburg on MySchoolScout is Whitley County High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Williamsburg, Kentucky?
Williamsburg is served by 2 school districts: Whitley County, Williamsburg Independent.
What is the education level in Williamsburg, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Williamsburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Williamsburg, Kentucky?
The median household income in Williamsburg is approximately $41,772 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Williamsburg, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Williamsburg is 13.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Williamsburg, 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.