For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 506 students in Burgin, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Burgin, KY is Burgin Independent School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Burgin, KY public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Burgin have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Burgin, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burgin Independent School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
440 E Main St
Burgin, KY 40310
(859) 748-5282
Burgin, KY 40310
(859) 748-5282
Gr: PK-12 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Burgin, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 E Main St
Burgin, KY 40310
(859) 748-5282
Burgin, KY 40310
(859) 748-5282
Gr: 6-12 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Burgin, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Burgin, KY include Burgin Independent School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Burgin?
1 public elementary schools are located in Burgin.
What is the racial composition of students in Burgin?
Burgin public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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