Bardstown Primary School serves 406 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bardstown Primary School's student population of 406 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bardstown Primary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
10%
Black
12%
11%
White
67%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bardstown Primary School often compared to?
Bardstown Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foster Heights Elementary School, Coxs Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Bardstown Primary School?
406 students attend Bardstown Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Bardstown Primary School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bardstown Primary School?
Bardstown Primary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bardstown Primary School offer ?
Bardstown Primary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bardstown Primary School part of?
Bardstown Primary School is part of Bardstown Independent School District.
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