For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 422 students in Waco, KY.
The top-ranked public school in Waco, KY is Waco Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waco, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Waco have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waco, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waco Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
359 Waco Loop
Waco, KY 40385
(859) 387-3600
Waco, KY 40385
(859) 387-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waco, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Waco, KY include Waco Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Waco?
1 public schools are located in Waco.
What is the racial composition of students in Waco?
Waco public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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