Paducah Independent School District
School District · Paducah, Kentucky
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,048
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,048
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Evaluating Paducah Independent?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Paducah Independent 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.
Clark Elementary School
Paducah · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Morgan Elementary School
Paducah · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Paducah Middle School
Paducah · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#34 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$15,048
+$1,062 vs Kentucky median
District size
3,065 students
Larger than Kentucky median
The short answer
Paducah Independent ranks #34 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Paducah Independent's schools with real test data average 7.2/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Clark Elementary School (8.5/10), Morgan Elementary School (8.2/10), and Paducah Middle School (7.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Paducah Independent
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clark Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Morgan Elementary School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Paducah Middle School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Paducah Tilghman High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Mcnabb Elementary School | 4.7 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Paducah Independent
Paducah Independent is a Paducah, Kentucky school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 3,065 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1. The district invests $15,048 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.0/10, Paducah Independent is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Clark Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.5/10.
In standardized testing, Paducah Independent students show an average math proficiency of 35.4% and ELA proficiency of 45.4%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Paducah Independent, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Paducah Independent with test data.
Schools in Paducah Independent
7 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
Other Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Paducah
- Total Enrollment
- 3,065
- Teachers (FTE)
- 215
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.3%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Paducah Independent?
Paducah Independent has 7 schools in total — 3 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 Paducah Independent?
The average composite rating for Paducah Independent is 7.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Paducah Independent?
Paducah Independent spends $15,048 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Paducah Independent?
The average student-teacher ratio in Paducah Independent is 14.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Paducah Independent?
Clark Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Paducah Independent with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What are the test scores in Paducah Independent?
Across schools in Paducah Independent with test data, the average math proficiency is 35.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 45.4%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Paducah Independent compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Paducah Independent has an average school rating of 7.0/10 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
- 7.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 35.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 45.4%
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Compare Paducah Independent 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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