For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,052 students in Barlow, KY.
The top ranked public schools in Barlow, KY are Ballard Memorial High School, Ballard County Elementary School and Ballard County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barlow, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Barlow have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Barlow, KY (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ballard Memorial High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 9-12
| 260 students
Rank: #22.
Ballard County Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3383 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: K-5
| 467 students
Rank: #33.
Ballard County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 6-8
| 215 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ballard Co. Preschool/headstart Center
Magnet School
3383 Paducah Road
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: PK
| 110 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ballard County Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
11 Vocational School Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Barlow, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Barlow, KY include Ballard Memorial High School, Ballard County Elementary School and Ballard County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Barlow?
5 public schools are located in Barlow.
What is the racial composition of students in Barlow?
Barlow public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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