For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 710 students in Auburn, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 28 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Auburn, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in Auburn, KY is Auburn Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Auburn, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Auburn have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 Auburn, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Auburn Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
221 College St
Auburn, KY 42206
(270) 542-4181
Auburn, KY 42206
(270) 542-4181
Grades: PK-8
| 710 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Auburn, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Auburn, KY include Auburn Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Auburn?
1 public schools are located in Auburn.
What percentage of students in Auburn go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Auburn are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Auburn?
Auburn 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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