Fort Thomas Independent School District
School District · Fort Thomas, Kentucky
Avg Rating
8.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,975
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Avg Rating
8.1
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,975
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Evaluating Fort Thomas Independent?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Fort Thomas Independent 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.
Woodfill Elementary School
Fort Thomas · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Highlands High School
Fort Thomas · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Johnson Elementary School
Fort Thomas · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#7 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.9
above Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,975
$1,011 vs Kentucky median
District size
3,167 students
Larger than Kentucky median
The short answer
Fort Thomas Independent ranks #7 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Fort Thomas Independent's schools with real test data average 8.1/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Woodfill Elementary School (8.6/10), Highlands High School (8.4/10), and Johnson Elementary School (8.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Fort Thomas Independent
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 | Woodfill Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Highlands High School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Johnson Elementary School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Highlands Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Moyer Elementary School | 7.6 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Fort Thomas Independent
Fort Thomas Independent is a Fort Thomas, Kentucky school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 3,167 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.6:1. The district invests $12,975 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.1/10, Fort Thomas Independent is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Woodfill Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.6/10.
In standardized testing, Fort Thomas Independent students show an average math proficiency of 71.4% and ELA proficiency of 76.6%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Fort Thomas Independent, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Fort Thomas Independent with test data.
Schools in Fort Thomas Independent
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Fort Thomas
- Total Enrollment
- 3,167
- Teachers (FTE)
- 191
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Fort Thomas Independent?
Fort Thomas Independent 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 Fort Thomas Independent?
The average composite rating for Fort Thomas Independent is 8.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Fort Thomas Independent?
Fort Thomas Independent spends $12,975 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fort Thomas Independent?
The average student-teacher ratio in Fort Thomas Independent is 16.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in Fort Thomas Independent?
Woodfill Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Fort Thomas Independent with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What are the test scores in Fort Thomas Independent?
Across schools in Fort Thomas Independent with test data, the average math proficiency is 71.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 76.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Fort Thomas Independent compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Fort Thomas Independent has an average school rating of 8.1/10 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
- 8.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 71.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 76.6%
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Compare Fort Thomas 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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