What types of schools are available in Owensboro, Kentucky?

Owensboro, Kentucky offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Owensboro, Kentucky

Q: How many schools are in Owensboro, Kentucky?

There are 31 schools in Owensboro, Kentucky, serving 15,152 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Owensboro?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Owensboro, Kentucky, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 31 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

15,152

Total Students

Across Owensboro

15.8:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

31 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

Math Assessment Score24%

ELA Assessment Score31%

🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)6 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)4 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)1 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,342 students at Owensboro High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 4:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Owensboro High School

publichighGrade 9-12

1800 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY 42301

Owensboro Middle School

publicmiddleGrade 6-8

1300 Booth Ave, Owensboro, KY 42301

Meadow Lands Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

3500 Hayden Road, Owensboro, KY 42303

Estes Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

1675 Leitchfield Rd, Owensboro, KY 42303

Owensboro Day Treatment

publichighGrade 7-12

3108 Fairview Drive, Owensboro, KY 42303

The Center For Academic Improvement

publichighGrade 6-12

3361 Buckland Square, Owensboro, KY 42301

Cravens Elementary School

publicelementaryK-5

2741 Cravens Avenue, Owensboro, KY 42301

Heritage Park High School

publichighGrade 9-12

3361 Buckland Square, Owensboro, KY 42301

publicelementaryPK-PK

1701 West 7Th Street, Owensboro, KY 42301

1622 Southeastern Parkway, Owensboro, KY 42303

1000 Industrial Dr., Owensboro, KY 42301

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Owensboro

Owensboro, Kentucky is home to 31 schools serving over 15,152 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Owensboro, Kentucky?

There are 31 schools in Owensboro, serving 15,152 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Owensboro?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Owensboro include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Owensboro?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Owensboro is 15.8:1.

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