Greenup County School District
School District · Greenup, Kentucky
Avg Rating
5.5
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,133
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Avg Rating
5.5
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,133
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Evaluating Greenup County?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Greenup 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.
Mckell Middle School
South Shore · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Greysbranch Elementary School
Greenup · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Greenup County High School
Greenup · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#123 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,133
+$147 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,537 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Greenup County ranks #123 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Greenup County's schools with real test data average 5.5/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Mckell Middle School (6.9/10), Greysbranch Elementary School (6.5/10), and Greenup County High School (6.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Greenup County
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (7 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mckell Middle School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Greysbranch Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 3 | Greenup County High School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Wurtland Middle School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 5 | Argillite Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 6 | Mckell Elementary School | 4.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Wurtland Elementary School | 3.9 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Greenup County
Greenup County is a Greenup, Kentucky school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 2,537 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1. The district invests $14,133 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.5/10, Greenup County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mckell Middle School, which has a composite score of 6.9/10.
In standardized testing, Greenup County students show an average math proficiency of 36.8% and ELA proficiency of 48.0%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Greenup County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Greenup County with test data.
Schools in Greenup County
7 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Greenup
- Total Enrollment
- 2,537
- Teachers (FTE)
- 190
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Greenup County?
Greenup County has 7 schools in total — 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Greenup County?
The average composite rating for Greenup County is 5.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Greenup County?
Greenup County spends $14,133 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Greenup County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Greenup County is 13.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Greenup County?
Mckell Middle School is the highest-rated school in Greenup County with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What are the test scores in Greenup County?
Across schools in Greenup County with test data, the average math proficiency is 36.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 48.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Greenup County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Greenup County has an average school rating of 5.5/10 across 7 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
- 5.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 36.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 48.0%
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Compare Greenup 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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