Jackson County School District
School District · Mckee, Kentucky
Avg Rating
7.2
out of 10
Schools
8
3 elem, 2 mid, 3 high
Enrollment
2,022
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Avg Rating
7.2
out of 10
Schools
8
3 elem, 2 mid, 3 high
Enrollment
2,022
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Evaluating Jackson County?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Jackson 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.
Mckee Elementary School
Mckee · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Sand Gap Elementary School
Sandgap · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Jackson County High School
Mckee · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#29 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,986
+$0 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,022 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Jackson County ranks #29 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Jackson County's schools with real test data average 7.2/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Mckee Elementary School (8.9/10), Sand Gap Elementary School (8.4/10), and Jackson County High School (6.4/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Jackson County
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 8). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mckee Elementary School | 8.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Sand Gap Elementary School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Jackson County High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Tyner Elementary School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Jackson County Middle School | 5.8 / 10 |
See all 8 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Jackson County
Jackson County is a Mckee, Kentucky school district serving 8 schools.The district educates 2,022 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1. District-level spending was $13,986 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 7.2/10, Jackson County is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mckee Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.9/10.
In standardized testing, Jackson County students show an average math proficiency of 38.9% and ELA proficiency of 50.1%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Jackson County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Jackson County with test data.
Schools in Jackson County
8 schoolsDistrict Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Mckee
- Total Enrollment
- 2,022
- Teachers (FTE)
- 141
- District spending per student
- $13,986NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 28.1%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Jackson County?
Jackson County has 8 schools in total — 3 elementary, 2 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Jackson County?
The average composite rating for Jackson County is 7.2/10. 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 Jackson County?
Jackson County's district-level spending was $13,986 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 Jackson County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Jackson County is 14.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Jackson County?
Mckee Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Jackson County with a composite score of 8.9/10.
What are the test scores in Jackson County?
Across schools in Jackson County with test data, the average math proficiency is 38.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 50.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Jackson County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Jackson County has an average school rating of 7.2/10 across 8 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
- 7.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 38.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 50.1%
How we rate schools
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Compare Jackson 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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