Larue County School District
School District · Hodgenville, Kentucky
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,812
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,812
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Evaluating Larue County?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Larue 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.
Larue County Middle School
Hodgenville · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Hodgenville Elementary School
Hodgenville · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Larue County High School
Hodgenville · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#135 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,812
$1,174 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,417 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Larue County ranks #135 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Larue County's schools with real test data average 5.4/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Larue County Middle School (6.2/10), Hodgenville Elementary School (5.7/10), and Larue County High School (5.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Larue County
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Larue County Middle School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Hodgenville Elementary School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Larue County High School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 4 | The Life Connection | 5.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Abraham Lincoln Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Larue County
Larue County is a Hodgenville, Kentucky school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 2,417 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1. The district invests $12,812 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.2/10, Larue County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Larue County Middle School, which has a composite score of 6.2/10.
In standardized testing, Larue County students show an average math proficiency of 41.9% and ELA proficiency of 48.4%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Larue County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Larue County with test data.
Schools in Larue County
6 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Hodgenville
- Total Enrollment
- 2,417
- Teachers (FTE)
- 152
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Larue County?
Larue County has 6 schools in total — 2 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 Larue County?
The average composite rating for Larue County is 5.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Larue County?
Larue County spends $12,812 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Larue County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Larue County is 15.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Larue County?
Larue County Middle School is the highest-rated school in Larue County with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What are the test scores in Larue County?
Across schools in Larue County with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.9% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 48.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Larue County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Larue County has an average school rating of 5.2/10 across 6 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
- 5.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.9%
- ELA Proficiency
- 48.4%
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Compare Larue County with neighboring districts in the state.
- Jefferson County (171)
- Fayette County (79)
- Kentucky Tech System (55)
- Warren County (34)
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- Hardin County (27)
- Bullitt County (25)
- Daviess County (24)
- Kenton County (22)
- Madison County (22)
- Oldham County (22)
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- 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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