Hart County Schools & Education
Hart County, Kentucky
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
66/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Midrange Signal
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
97.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 93.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,869
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,894
School Score
66/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 57/100
State Score Position
#32
of 120 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Hart County
Measured School Summary
Hart County performs at an average level with a school score of 66/100 and a solid graduation rate of 97.0%.
Funding Context
At $6,869 per pupil, Hart County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 15% above the Kentucky average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 0% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Hart County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
8 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
66/100
Mixed county signal. Ranks #32 of 120 Kentucky counties with school score data.
Completion
97.0%
3.2 pts above the state average
Funding context
$6,869
roughly matches the state average
School coverage
8
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county needs a closer look at district mix, school level, and local context. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Hart County has 8 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Hart County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Hart County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#32
of 120 Kentucky counties with school score data. The county score is 9 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Hart County
Elementary and high visible
2,347 students
6 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Hart County is the largest listed district slice, with 6 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Hart County?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Hart County, Kentucky
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Rural Education Excellence in Hart County
Hart County supports 2,684 students through a network of 8 public schools, including five elementary locations and two high schools. The single school district coordinates all local educational services across this sprawling rural landscape. This structure provides a focused educational path for residents from preschool through graduation.
Hart County District Leads the Way
The Hart County district is the primary educational authority, managing 2,347 of the county's students across its specialized campuses. Charter schools are not present in the county, meaning 100% of public school students benefit from the traditional district's oversight. The district maintains high standards that place it among the state’s more successful rural systems.
Consistent Rural Learning Environments
All eight public schools in Hart County are classified as rural, offering a consistent community-centric feel across the district. Hart County High School serves as the largest hub with 679 students, while Legrande Elementary provides a smaller setting for 294 learners. The average school size of 336 students ensures that teachers and administrators can provide personalized attention.
School Overview
Total Schools
8
in Hart County
Reported Enrollment
2,684
8 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Hart County
Hart County
8 Public Schools in Hart County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 8 of 8 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hart County High School | Record | Hart County | Munfordville, 42765Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 679 |
| Munfordville Elementary School | Record | Hart County | Munfordville, 42765Rural: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 492 |
| Memorial Elementary School | Record | Hart County | Hardyville, 42746Rural: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 348 |
| Bonnieville Elementary School | Record | Hart County | Bonnieville, 42713Rural: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 323 |
| Legrande Elementary School | Record | Hart County | Horse Cave, 42749Rural: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 294 |
| Cub Run Elementary School | Record | Hart County | Cub Run, 42729Rural: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 211 |
| Caverna High School | Record | Caverna Independent | Horse Cave, 42749Rural: Fringe | 9–12 | High | 208 |
| Caverna Middle School | Record | Caverna Independent | Horse Cave, 42749Rural: Fringe | 6–8 | Middle | 129 |
Munfordville Elementary School
Hart County
Munfordville, 42765 / Rural: Distant
Memorial Elementary School
Hart County
Hardyville, 42746 / Rural: Distant
Bonnieville Elementary School
Hart County
Bonnieville, 42713 / Rural: Distant
Legrande Elementary School
Hart County
Horse Cave, 42749 / Rural: Distant
Caverna Middle School
Caverna Independent
Horse Cave, 42749 / Rural: Fringe
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,869
State avg $6,894
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Schools in Hart County, Kentucky — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Hart County, Kentucky?
Hart County supports 2,684 students through a network of 8 public schools, including five elementary locations and two high schools. The single school district coordinates all local educational services across this sprawling rural landscape. This structure provides a focused educational path for residents from preschool through graduation.
What are the major school districts in Hart County, Kentucky?
The Hart County district is the primary educational authority, managing 2,347 of the county's students across its specialized campuses. Charter schools are not present in the county, meaning 100% of public school students benefit from the traditional district's oversight. The district maintains high standards that place it among the state’s more successful rural systems.
What is the school experience like in Hart County?
All eight public schools in Hart County are classified as rural, offering a consistent community-centric feel across the district. Hart County High School serves as the largest hub with 679 students, while Legrande Elementary provides a smaller setting for 294 learners. The average school size of 336 students ensures that teachers and administrators can provide personalized attention.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.