- Sandersville Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 765 students
- Coventry Oak Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 755 students
- Garrett Morgan Elementary — Grades K–5 · 746 students
- Liberty Elementary — Grades K–5 · 721 students
- Veterans Park Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 702 students
- Rosa Parks Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 681 students
- Stonewall Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 674 students
- Cardinal Valley Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 643 students
- Cassidy Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 632 students
- Tates Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 626 students
- Athens-Chilesburg Elementary — Grades K–5 · 620 students
- Lansdowne Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 610 students
- Wellington Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 608 students
- Brenda Cowan Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 586 students
- Dixie Elementary Magnet School — Grades PK–5 · 584 students
- Madeline M Breckinridge Elem School — Grades PK–5 · 576 students
- Maxwell Spanish Immersion Elem School — Grades K–5 · 567 students
- Millcreek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 529 students
- Clays Mill Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 527 students
- Deep Springs Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 521 students
- Meadowthorpe Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 517 students
- Glendover Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 482 students
- Southern Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 476 students
- Squires Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 447 students
- Julius Marks Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 444 students
- + 18 more elementary schools
- Edythe Jones Hayes Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,125 students
- Leestown Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,084 students
- Jessie M Clark Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,002 students
- Winburn Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 768 students
- Tates Creek Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 767 students
- Southern Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 759 students
- Bryan Station Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 744 students
- Beaumont Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 743 students
- Crawford Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 710 students
- Morton Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 604 students
- Lexington Trad Magnet School — Grades 6–8 · 284 students
- Lafayette High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,370 students
- Bryan Station High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,030 students
- Henry Clay High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,939 students
- Paul Laurence Dunbar High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,828 students
- Frederick Douglass High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,770 students
- Tates Creek High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,723 students
- STEAM Academy — Grades 9–12 · 453 students
- Opportunity Middle College — Grades 11–12 · 102 students
- Family Care Center — Grades 9–12 · 22 students
- Success Academy — Grades 6–12 · 401 students
- Carter G. Woodson Academy — Grades 6–12 · 316 students
- Scapa At Bluegrass — Grades 4–8 · 300 students
- Rise STEM Academy for Girls — Grades K–8 · 223 students
- Fayette County Learning Center — Grades 8–12 · 191 students
- Martin L King Acad for Excellence Alt — Grades 6–12 · 164 students
- The Stables — Grades 8–12 · 33 students
- Audrey Grevious Center — Grades 6–12 · 21 students
- Ridge Hospital Alt. High School — Grades 6–12 · 11 students
- Homebound Secondary — Grades 6–12 · 6 students
| Metric | Fayette County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | — | 3,700 | Data not available |
| Number of Schools | 6 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $11,900/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Supervisory Union | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Near average |
About Fayette County School District
ZIP 40536 in Fayette, Kentucky falls within the boundaries of Fayette County School District. Its 6/10 rating is roughly in line with the Kentucky average across the funding and enrollment measures NCES tracks. Check the rating breakdown and map above, and confirm your specific school assignment directly with the district — boundaries and open-enrollment rules change year to year.
Funding and Resources
Fayette County School District reports per-pupil expenditure of approximately $11,900 per year, placing it 13% above the Kentucky state average of approximately $10,500 and below the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Below-average funding can mean larger class sizes, fewer elective offerings, and limited extracurricular programs. Families with specialized needs should verify specific program availability directly with the district. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
With multiple schools, Fayette County School District operates as a district of unknown size serving students from Pre-K–12th. Contact Fayette County School District to learn about available programs and services.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
Fayette County School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 6/10, placing it in the average tier. Our ratings are built from NCES Common Core of Data and measure structural factors: per-pupil expenditure, student-teacher ratio, enrollment stability, and school count. They do not incorporate test scores or graduation rates, which are not consistently available across all 13,500+ US districts in the NCES dataset.
Fayette County School District falls in the middle of the performance spectrum with an average rating. Average districts provide foundational public education with functional academic programs, though they may not match the resource breadth of higher-rated districts in the same region. Many families find that average-rated districts deliver solid day-to-day education, particularly when parents stay engaged and involved. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 40536
Children in zip code 40536 are assigned to Fayette County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 40536, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Fayette County School District at (205)932-4611 or visit www.fayette.k12.al.us. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Kentucky districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Fayette
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Fayette County School District serves zip code 40536, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 40536 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Kentucky, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Fayette County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 40536.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Fayette County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 40536 data.