Fleming County School District
School District · Flemingsburg, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
2,209
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Avg Rating
6.0
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
2,209
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Evaluating Fleming County?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Fleming County as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Simons Middle School
Flemingsburg · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Fleming County High School
Flemingsburg · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Flemingsburg Elementary School
Flemingsburg · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#100 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,522
$464 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,209 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Fleming County ranks #100 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Fleming County's schools with real test data average 6.0/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Simons Middle School (7.5/10), Fleming County High School (6.6/10), and Flemingsburg Elementary School (5.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Fleming County
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Simons Middle School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Fleming County High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Flemingsburg Elementary School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Ewing Elementary School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Hillsboro Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Fleming County
Fleming County is a Flemingsburg, Kentucky school district serving 5 schools.The district educates 2,209 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.1:1. District-level spending was $13,522 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 6.0/10, Fleming County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Simons Middle School, which has a composite score of 7.5/10.
In standardized testing, Fleming County students show an average math proficiency of 42.6% and ELA proficiency of 50.6%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Fleming County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Fleming County with test data.
Schools in Fleming County
5 schoolsElementary Schools3
Middle Schools1
High Schools1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Flemingsburg
- Total Enrollment
- 2,209
- Teachers (FTE)
- 137
- District spending per student
- $13,522NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 22.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Fleming County?
Fleming County has 5 schools in total — 3 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 Fleming County?
The average composite rating for Fleming County 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 Fleming County?
Fleming County's district-level spending was $13,522 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 Fleming County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Fleming County is 16.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in Fleming County?
Simons Middle School is the highest-rated school in Fleming County with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What are the test scores in Fleming County?
Across schools in Fleming County with test data, the average math proficiency is 42.6% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 50.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Fleming County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Fleming County has an average school rating of 6.0/10 across 5 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
- 42.6%
- ELA Proficiency
- 50.6%
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Compare Fleming County 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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