For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 422 students in Waco, KY.
The top ranked public school in Waco, KY is Waco Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waco, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Waco have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waco, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Waco Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
359 Waco Loop
Waco, KY 40385
(859) 387-3600
Waco, KY 40385
(859) 387-3600
Grades: PK-5
| 422 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Waco, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Waco, KY include Waco Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Waco?
1 public schools are located in Waco.
What is the racial composition of students in Waco?
Waco public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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