| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burgin Independent School District | Burgin | 9/10 Excellent · 88th pct | 495 | 1 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Mercer County School District | Harrodsburg | 6/10 Average · 56th pct | 2,723 | 6 | PK–12 | 2 |
How Mercer County compares
Together they enroll 3,218 students across 7 schools. The largest is Mercer County School District with 2,723 students. Districts here average 7.5/10, above the Kentucky average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 6/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Mercer County, Kentucky
Mercer County has 2 public school districts covering 3 zip codes. The top-rated district in Mercer County is Burgin Independent School District (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Kentucky. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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