Best Schools in Williamstown, Kentucky
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Williamstown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Williamstown Sr. High
High · Williamstown Independent. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Williamstown Jr. High
Middle · Williamstown Independent. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mason-corinth Elementary
Elementary · Grant County. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Williamstown for 2026 are Williamstown Sr. High (7.9/10), Williamstown Jr. High (5.6/10), and Mason-corinth Elementary (3.6/10), 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$166,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$166,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Williamstown
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Williamstown Sr. High | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Williamstown Jr. High | 5.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Mason-corinth Elementary | 3.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Williamstown Elementary | 3.4 / 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
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $70,114
- Median home value
- $166,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Avg commute
- 27 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
20% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Williamstown compares
Kentucky rank
#131 of 137
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.4
below Kentucky avg (6.2)
Median household income
$70k
118% of Kentucky median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Williamstown, Kentucky
Williamstown, Kentucky is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.8 out of 10, schools in Williamstown 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 Williamstown is Williamstown Sr. High with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Williamstown is served by 2 school districts: Grant County, Williamstown Independent. These districts collectively serve 4,199 students.
Williamstown's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,114. The poverty rate in the area is 11.5%.
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 | 279 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.6 |
| 2 | 416 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 176 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 215 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 103 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 3.4 |
Schools in Williamstown
Williamstown, Kentucky · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,114
Median Home Value
$166,100
Median Rent
$803/mo
Population
7,308
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Community Profile
Williamstown has a median household income of $70,114. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $166,100, with a median rent of $803/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.5%. The average commute for residents is 27 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kentucky
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Kentucky
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Williamstown, Kentucky
How many schools are in Williamstown, Kentucky?
Williamstown has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Williamstown, Kentucky?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Williamstown is 4.8 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 Williamstown, Kentucky?
The top-ranked school in Williamstown on MySchoolScout is Williamstown Sr. High with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Williamstown, Kentucky?
The top-ranked elementary school in Williamstown on MySchoolScout is Mason-corinth Elementary with a composite score of 3.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Williamstown, Kentucky?
The top-ranked middle school in Williamstown on MySchoolScout is Williamstown Jr. High with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Williamstown, Kentucky?
The top-ranked high school in Williamstown on MySchoolScout is Williamstown Sr. High with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Williamstown, Kentucky?
Williamstown is served by 2 school districts: Grant County, Williamstown Independent.
What is the education level in Williamstown, Kentucky?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Williamstown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Williamstown, Kentucky?
The median household income in Williamstown is approximately $70,114 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Williamstown, Kentucky?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Williamstown is 18.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Williamstown, 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.