For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 8,392 students in Jessamine County, KY (there are 3 private schools, serving 232 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Jessamine County, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Jessamine County, KY are Wilmore Elementary School, Ashgrove Academy and Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jessamine County, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Jessamine County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Jessamine County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wilmore Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
150 Campground Ln
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 858-3134
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 858-3134
Grades: 1-5
| 496 students
Rank: #22.
Ashgrove Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1115 Ashgrove Road
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 523-3001
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 523-3001
Grades: 6-12
| 8 students
Rank: #33.
Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 Wilmore Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-6670
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-6670
Grades: 1-5
| 547 students
Rank: #44.
West Jessamine Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1400 Wilmore Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-2244
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-2244
Grades: 6-8
| 904 students
Rank: #55.
East Jessamine High School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
815 Sulphur Well Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-7240
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-7240
Grades: 9-12
| 1,173 students
Rank: #66.
Red Oak Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
921 Union Mill Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-0616
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-0616
Grades: 1-5
| 516 students
Rank: #77.
Hattie C. Warner Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
821 Wilmore Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-3085
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-3085
Grades: 1-5
| 528 students
Rank: #88.
Nicholasville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
414 W Maple St
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-5351
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-5351
Grades: 1-5
| 455 students
Rank: #99.
West Jessamine High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2101 Wilmore Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 887-2421
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 887-2421
Grades: 9-12
| 1,301 students
Rank: #1010.
East Jessamine Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
901 Union Mill Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-5561
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 885-5561
Grades: 6-8
| 936 students
Rank: #1111.
Brookside Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
199 Brookside Dr
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 887-2012
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 887-2012
Grades: 1-5
| 514 students
Rank: #1212.
The Providence School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
210 S. Lexington Ave
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 887-4600
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 887-4600
Grades: 6-12
| 156 students
Rank: n/an/a
Jessamine Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
881 Wilmore Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 881-8324
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 881-8324
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Jessamine Early Learning Village
Magnet School
851 Wilmore Rd
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 887-5358
Nicholasville, KY 40356
(859) 887-5358
Grades: PK-K
| 858 students
Jessamine County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
210 S Lexington Ave
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 858-0868
Wilmore, KY 40390
(859) 858-0868
Grades: PK-K
| 468 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Jessamine County, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Jessamine County, KY include Wilmore Elementary School, Ashgrove Academy and Rosenwald Dunbar Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jessamine County?
14 public schools are located in Jessamine County.
What percentage of students in Jessamine County go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Jessamine County are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jessamine County?
Jessamine County public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Jessamine County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Jessamine County include: West Jessamine High School vs. East Jessamine High School, West Jessamine Middle School vs. East Jessamine Middle School, East Jessamine High School vs. West Jessamine High School
Recent Articles
Vouchers for Special Education: Are They a Good Idea?
The article examines the pros and cons of using school vouchers for special education students. It discusses how vouchers can provide more educational options for families but also raises concerns about accountability, funding for public schools, and the implementation of special education laws in private school settings.
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
