Mercer County School District
School District · Harrodsburg, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,658
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Avg Rating
6.1
out of 10
Schools
6
2 elem, 1 mid, 3 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,658
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#90 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.2
below Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,658
$328 vs Kentucky median
District size
2,724 students
Typical than Kentucky median
About Mercer County
Mercer County is a Harrodsburg, Kentucky school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 2,724 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. The district invests $13,658 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.1/10, Mercer County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mercer Central, which has a composite score of 7.3/10.
In standardized testing, Mercer County students show an average math proficiency of 31.4% and ELA proficiency of 37.4%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 3 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Mercer County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Mercer County with test data.
Schools in Mercer County
6 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Harrodsburg
- Total Enrollment
- 2,724
- Teachers (FTE)
- 170
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Mercer County?
Mercer County has 6 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Mercer County?
The average composite rating for Mercer County is 6.1/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Mercer County?
Mercer County spends $13,658 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mercer County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Mercer County is 16:1.
What is the top-rated school in Mercer County?
Mercer Central is the highest-rated school in Mercer County with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What are the test scores in Mercer County?
Across schools in Mercer County with test data, the average math proficiency is 31.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 37.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Mercer County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Mercer County has an average school rating of 6.1/10 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.1/10
- Math Proficiency
- 31.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 37.4%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in KY
Compare Mercer 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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