For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,399 students in Erlanger, KY (there are , serving 1,264 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in Erlanger, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Erlanger, KY are Lindeman Elementary School, Lloyd High School and Miles Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Erlanger, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Erlanger have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Erlanger, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Lindeman Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
558 Erlanger Rd
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-1188
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-1188
Grades: K-5
| 307 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Lloyd High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
450 Bartlett Ave
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-1555
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-1555
Grades: 9-12
| 658 students
Rank: #33.
Miles Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
208 Sunset Ave
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-2231
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-2231
Grades: K-5
| 262 students
Rank: #44.
Tichenor Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
305 Bartlett Ave
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-2255
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-2255
Grades: 6-8
| 514 students
Rank: #55.
Arnett Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3552 Kimberly Dr
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-1488
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-1488
Grades: PK-5
| 285 students
Rank: #66.
Howell Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
909 Central Row St.
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-1108
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 727-1108
Grades: K-5
| 280 students
Rank: #77.
Bartlett Educational Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
305 Bartlett Ave
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 342-2460
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 342-2460
Grades: 6-12
| 60 students
Rank: n/an/a
450 Bartlett Avenue
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 342-2427
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 342-2427
Grades: PK
| 33 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ignite Institute
Vocational School
37 Atlantic Avenue
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 817-3570
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 817-3570
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Erlanger, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Boone County Schools Ignite Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
37 Atlantic Avenue
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 283-1003
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 283-1003
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Ignite Institute (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
37 Atlantic Avenue
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 817-3570
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859) 817-3570
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Erlanger, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Erlanger, KY include Lindeman Elementary School, Lloyd High School and Miles Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Erlanger?
9 public schools are located in Erlanger.
What percentage of students in Erlanger go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in Erlanger are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Erlanger?
Erlanger public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Erlanger are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Erlanger include: Howell Elementary School vs. Arnett Elementary School, Lindeman Elementary School vs. Miles Elementary School, Arnett Elementary School vs. Howell Elementary School
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