For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,252 students in Marion County, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 175 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Marion County, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Marion County, KY are Calvary Elementary School, West Marion Elementary School and Marion County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marion County, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Marion County have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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 Marion County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Calvary Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3345 Hwy 208
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3676
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3676
Grades: PK-5
| 236 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
West Marion Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8175 Loretto Rd
Loretto, KY 40037
(270) 699-4320
Loretto, KY 40037
(270) 699-4320
Grades: PK-5
| 410 students
Rank: #33.
Marion County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1155 Hwy. 327
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Grades: 6-7
| 431 students
Rank: #44.
Marion County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
735 East Main Street
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-6066
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-6066
Grades: 10-12
| 665 students
Rank: #55.
Glasscock Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
773 E Main St
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3223
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3223
Grades: PK-5
| 477 students
Rank: #66.
Lebanon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
420 W Main St
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3883
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3883
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #77.
Marion County Knight Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
200 Corporate Drive
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Grades: 8-9
| 541 students
Rank: #88.
Hugh C. Spalding Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
721 E. Main St.
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-0690
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-0690
Grades: K-12
| 133 students
Rank: n/an/a
Marion County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
721 East Main
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3155
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3155
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Marion County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
200 Corporate Drive
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-3441
Grades: 6-8
| 449 students
1155 Hwy 327
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Lebanon, KY 40033
(270) 692-4578
Grades: 6-8
| 257 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marion County, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Marion County, KY include Calvary Elementary School, West Marion Elementary School and Marion County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Marion County?
9 public schools are located in Marion County.
What percentage of students in Marion County go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Marion County are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marion County?
Marion County public schools minority enrollment is 21% 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 Marion County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Marion County include: Glasscock Elementary School vs. Lebanon Elementary School, Lebanon Elementary School vs. Glasscock Elementary School, Calvary Elementary School vs. Glasscock Elementary School
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