For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 265 students in Payneville, KY.
The top ranked public school in Payneville, KY is Payneville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Payneville, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Payneville have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Payneville, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Payneville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
520 Rhodelia Rd
Payneville, KY 40157
(270) 422-7550
Payneville, KY 40157
(270) 422-7550
Grades: K-6
| 265 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Payneville, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Payneville, KY include Payneville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Payneville?
1 public schools are located in Payneville.
What is the racial composition of students in Payneville?
Payneville public schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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