Knott County School District
School District · Hindman, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
7
5 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,594
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Avg Rating
6.5
out of 10
Schools
7
5 elem, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,594
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Evaluating Knott County?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Knott 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.
Carr Creek Elementary School
Littcarr · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Cordia School
Hazard · Other. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Emmalena Elementary School
Emmalena · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#70 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$17,594
+$3,608 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,072 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Knott County ranks #70 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Knott County's schools with real test data average 6.5/10 across 7 schools. Its top-rated schools are Carr Creek Elementary School (8.2/10), Cordia School (7.9/10), and Emmalena Elementary School (7.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Knott 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 | Carr Creek Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Cordia School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Emmalena Elementary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Knott County Central High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Hindman Elementary School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Jones Fork Elementary School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 7 | Beaver Creek Elementary School | 3.2 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Knott County
Knott County is a Hindman, Kentucky school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 2,072 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1. The district invests $17,594 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.5/10, Knott County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Carr Creek Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.2/10.
In standardized testing, Knott County students show an average math proficiency of 41.2% and ELA proficiency of 52.8%.
The district includes 5 elementary schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Knott County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Knott County with test data.
Schools in Knott County
7 schools Elementary Schools 5
High Schools 1
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Hindman
- Total Enrollment
- 2,072
- Teachers (FTE)
- 162
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.4%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Knott County?
Knott County has 7 schools in total — 5 elementary, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Knott County?
The average composite rating for Knott County is 6.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Knott County?
Knott County spends $17,594 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Knott County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Knott County is 12.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in Knott County?
Carr Creek Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Knott County with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What are the test scores in Knott County?
Across schools in Knott County with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 52.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Knott County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Knott County has an average school rating of 6.5/10 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
- 6.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 52.8%
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Compare Knott 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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