Mason County School District
School District · Maysville, Kentucky
Avg Rating
5.1
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,474
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Avg Rating
5.1
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,474
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Evaluating Mason County?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Mason 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.
Mason County High School
Maysville · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mason County Middle School
Maysville · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mason County Intermediate School
Maysville · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#139 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.1
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,474
$512 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,616 students
Typical than Kentucky median
The short answer
Mason County ranks #139 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Mason County's schools with real test data average 4.5/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Mason County High School (5.3/10), Mason County Middle School (4.2/10), and Mason County Intermediate School (4.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Mason County
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mason County High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Mason County Middle School | 4.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Mason County Intermediate School | 4.1 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Mason County
Mason County is a Maysville, Kentucky school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 2,616 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.4:1. The district invests $13,474 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.1/10, Mason County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mason County High School, which has a composite score of 5.3/10.
In standardized testing, Mason County students show an average math proficiency of 41.3% and ELA proficiency of 49.0%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Mason County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Mason County with test data.
Schools in Mason County
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Maysville
- Total Enrollment
- 2,616
- Teachers (FTE)
- 170
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Mason County?
Mason County has 4 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 Mason County?
The average composite rating for Mason County is 5.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Mason County?
Mason County spends $13,474 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mason County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Mason County is 15.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in Mason County?
Mason County High School is the highest-rated school in Mason County with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What are the test scores in Mason County?
Across schools in Mason County with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 49.0%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Mason County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Mason County has an average school rating of 5.1/10 across 4 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
- 5.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 41.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 49.0%
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Compare Mason 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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