- Rockfield Elementary — 3.4 mi · Grades PK–6 · 674 students
- South Warren High School — 5.9 mi · Grades 9–12 · 1,548 students
- South Warren Middle School — 5.9 mi · Grades 7–8 · 805 students
- Rich Pond Elementary — 6.1 mi · Grades PK–6 · 990 students
- Henry F. Moss Middle School — 6.1 mi · Grades 7–8 · 580 students
- Jennings Creek Elementary — 6.1 mi · Grades PK–6 · 852 students
- Lost River Elementary — 6.5 mi · Grades PK–6 · 856 students
- KY Advanced Tech Center — 7.0 mi · Grades 15–15
| Metric | Warren County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 17,799 | 3,544 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 34 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,052/yr | $17,619/yr | ↓ 32% below avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warren County School District (this district) | 7/10 | 68th | 17,799 |
| Logan County School District | 6/10 | 59th | 3,430 |
| Simpson County School District | 6/10 | 58th | 3,088 |
| Russellville Independent School District | 1/10 | 3rd | 1,168 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 166 rated districts in KY → 68th percentile → 7/10.
Source: Kentucky Dept. of Education Kentucky Summative Assessment, grades 3–8 Reading & Math, Proficient or Distinguished, 2024–25 school year (enrollment-weighted across grades). Full methodology →
About Warren County School District
Families in zip code 42274 (Rockfield, Kentucky) are assigned to Warren County School District for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Warren County School District 7 out of 10 — above average among Kentucky public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Kentucky’s Summative Assessment grades 3–8 Reading & Math (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Kentucky is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Warren County School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Kentucky. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 42274
Children in zip code 42274 are assigned to Warren 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 42274, 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 Warren County School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. 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 Rockfield
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Warren County School District serves zip code 42274, homes in and around zip code 42274 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. 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 Warren 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 42274.
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 and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Warren County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 42274 data.