| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perry County School District | Saul | 9/10 Excellent · 82nd pct | 3,593 | 10 | PK–12 | 21 |
| Knott County School District | Bulan | 7/10 Good · 69th pct | 2,092 | 7 | PK–12 | 2 |
| Hazard Independent School District | Hazard | 6/10 Average · 54th pct | 1,030 | 5 | PK–12 | 0 |
How Perry County compares
Together they enroll 6,715 students across 22 schools. The largest is Perry County School District with 3,593 students. Districts here average 7.3/10, above the Kentucky average of 5.4/10. Ratings range from 6/10 to 9/10.
School Districts in Perry County, Kentucky
Perry County has 3 public school districts covering 23 zip codes. The top-rated district in Perry County is Perry County School District (9/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (KSA 2024–25), ranked against all districts in Kentucky. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Perry County, KY?
3 school districts serve zip codes in Perry County, KY. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Perry County, KY?
Of the districts serving Perry County, Perry County School District has the highest rating on this site at 9/10. That places it in the 82nd percentile among Kentucky school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Kentucky reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Kentucky and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Kentucky only, never across state lines.