For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 1,757 students in West Liberty, KY (there are 2 private schools, serving 36 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in West Liberty, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in West Liberty, KY are Woodsbend Youth Development Center, Morgan County High School and East Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Liberty, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in West Liberty have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% 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 West Liberty, KY (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Woodsbend Youth Development Center
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
163 Woodsbend Boys Camp Rd
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-3177
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-3177
Grades: 6-12
| 25 students
Rank: #22.
Morgan County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
150 Road To Success
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-8702
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-8702
Grades: 9-12
| 598 students
Rank: #33.
East Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7585 Hwy 172
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 522-8152
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 522-8152
Grades: PK-5
| 120 students
Rank: #44.
Morgan County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
380 Road To Success
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-8102
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-8102
Grades: 6-8
| 413 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Morgan Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3201 Hwy 460 W
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-8552
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-8552
Grades: PK-5
| 293 students
Rank: #5 - 65. - 6.
Wrigley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7490 Hwy 7
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-8302
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-8302
Grades: PK-5
| 308 students
Rank: n/an/a
Eastern Ky Education Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
200 Road To Justice
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-2800
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-2800
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Morgan County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
162 Road To Success
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-8452
West Liberty, KY 41472
(606) 743-8452
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Liberty, KY?
The top ranked public schools in West Liberty, KY include Woodsbend Youth Development Center, Morgan County High School and East Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Liberty?
8 public schools are located in West Liberty.
What percentage of students in West Liberty go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in West Liberty are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Liberty?
West Liberty public schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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