Simpson County School District
School District · Franklin, Kentucky
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,543
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,543
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Evaluating Simpson County?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Simpson 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.
Franklin-simpson High School
Franklin · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Lincoln Elementary School
Franklin · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Franklin-simpson High School West Campus
Franklin · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Kentucky rank
#74 of 157
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Kentucky avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,543
$443 vs Kentucky median
District size
3,048 students
Larger than Kentucky median
The short answer
Simpson County ranks #74 of 157 Kentucky districts by overall school rating. Simpson County's schools with real test data average 6.5/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Franklin-simpson High School (7.2/10), Lincoln Elementary School (6.8/10), and Franklin-simpson High School West Campus (6.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Simpson 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 | Franklin-simpson High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Lincoln Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Franklin-simpson High School West Campus | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Franklin-simpson Middle School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Simpson Elementary School | 5.7 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Simpson County
Simpson County is a Franklin, Kentucky school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 3,048 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.7:1. The district invests $13,543 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.4/10, Simpson County demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Franklin-simpson High School, which has a composite score of 7.2/10.
In standardized testing, Simpson County students show an average math proficiency of 40.3% and ELA proficiency of 46.6%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Simpson County, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Simpson County with test data.
Schools in Simpson County
6 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Kentucky
- City
- Franklin
- Total Enrollment
- 3,048
- Teachers (FTE)
- 194
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Simpson County?
Simpson County has 6 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Simpson County?
The average composite rating for Simpson County is 6.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Simpson County?
Simpson County spends $13,543 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Simpson County?
The average student-teacher ratio in Simpson County is 15.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Simpson County?
Franklin-simpson High School is the highest-rated school in Simpson County with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What are the test scores in Simpson County?
Across schools in Simpson County with test data, the average math proficiency is 40.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 46.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Simpson County compare to other districts in Kentucky?
Simpson County has an average school rating of 6.4/10 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
- 6.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 40.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 46.6%
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Compare Simpson 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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