For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 738 students in Bardwell, KY.
The top ranked public schools in Bardwell, KY are Carlisle County Elementary School, Carlisle County High School and Carlisle County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bardwell, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Bardwell have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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 Bardwell, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carlisle County Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4557 State Rt 1377
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 409 students
Rank: #22.
Carlisle County High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4557 State Route 1377
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Grades: 9-12
| 194 students
Rank: #33.
Carlisle County Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4557 State Rt 1377
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Grades: 6-8
| 135 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Bardwell, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Bardwell, KY include Carlisle County Elementary School, Carlisle County High School and Carlisle County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Bardwell?
3 public schools are located in Bardwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Bardwell?
Bardwell public schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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