Bardstown Independent School District
School District · Bardstown, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
2,778
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
2,778
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#96 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$15,665
+$1,679 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,778 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Bardstown Independent ranks #96 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Bardstown Independent's schools with real test data average 6.3/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Bardstown Elementary School (8.3/10), Bardstown Middle School (6.8/10), and Bardstown High School (6.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Bardstown Independent
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bardstown Elementary School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Bardstown Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Bardstown High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Bardstown Alternative School | 3.5 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Bardstown Independent
Bardstown Independent is a Bardstown, Kentucky school district serving 6 schools.The district educates 2,778 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.2:1. District-level spending was $15,665 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 6.0/10, Bardstown Independent demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Bardstown Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.3/10.
In standardized testing, Bardstown Independent students show an average math proficiency of 37.7% and ELA proficiency of 48.1%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Bardstown Independent, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Bardstown Independent with test data.
Schools in Bardstown Independent
6 schoolsElementary Schools2
Middle Schools1
High Schools1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Bardstown
- Total Enrollment
- 2,778
- Teachers (FTE)
- 171
- District spending per student
- $15,665NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 19.4%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Bardstown Independent?
Bardstown Independent has 6 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Bardstown Independent?
The average composite rating for Bardstown Independent is 6.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Bardstown Independent?
Bardstown Independent's district-level spending was $15,665 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bardstown Independent?
The average student-teacher ratio in Bardstown Independent is 16.2:1.
What is the top-rated school in Bardstown Independent?
Bardstown Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Bardstown Independent with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What are the test scores in Bardstown Independent?
Across schools in Bardstown Independent with test data, the average math proficiency is 37.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 48.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Bardstown Independent compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Bardstown Independent has an average school rating of 6.0/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Kentucky by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 37.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 48.1%
How we rate schools
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Compare Bardstown Independent with neighboring districts in the state.
- Jefferson County (171)
- Fayette County (79)
- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
- Boone County (28)
- Hardin County (27)
- Bullitt County (25)
- Daviess County (24)
- Kenton County (22)
- Madison County (22)
- Oldham County (22)
- Pike County (20)
- Christian County (19)
- Laurel County (19)
- Hopkins County (18)
- Scott County (17)
- Franklin County (16)
- Knox County (15)
- Floyd County (14)
- Jessamine County (14)
- Mccracken County (14)
- Pulaski County (14)
- Shelby County (14)
- Henderson County (13)
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.
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