For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 446 students in Flatwoods, KY.
The top ranked public school in Flatwoods, KY is Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Flatwoods, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Flatwoods have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Flatwoods, KY (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1900 Long Street
Flatwoods, KY 41139
(606) 836-8186
Flatwoods, KY 41139
(606) 836-8186
Gr: 3-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Flatwoods, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1900 Long St
Flatwoods, KY 41139
(606) 836-8186
Flatwoods, KY 41139
(606) 836-8186
Gr: 4-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Flatwoods, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Flatwoods, KY include Russell-mcdowell Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in Flatwoods?
1 public schools are located in Flatwoods.
What is the racial composition of students in Flatwoods?
Flatwoods public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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