Knott County Schools & Education
Knott County, Kentucky
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
81/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher 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
$8,123
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,894
School Score
81/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 57/100
State Score Position
#1
of 120 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Knott County
Measured School Summary
Knott County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 81/100 and a graduation rate of 97.0%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Knott County spends $8,123 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 43% above the Kentucky average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 3.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 18% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Knott 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
81/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #1 of 120 Kentucky counties with school score data.
Completion
97.0%
3.2 pts above the state average
Funding context
$8,123
$1,229 above the state average
School coverage
8
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Knott 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 Knott 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
Knott 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
#1
of 120 Kentucky counties with school score data. The county score is 24 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.
Knott County
Elementary and high visible
2,092 students
7 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Knott County is the largest listed district slice, with 7 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 Knott 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 Knott 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.
Personalized Learning in a Rural Setting
Knott County operates a small, focused network of eight public schools serving 2,092 total students. The system includes five elementary schools and two high schools, ensuring that residents have access to localized education. All schools in the county fall under a single district management structure.
Unity in the Knott County School District
The Knott County school district is the sole provider for the area, managing all 2,092 students across its seven primary and secondary locations. There are no charter schools in the county, allowing the district to focus its resources on traditional public education. This unified approach provides a consistent experience for all students in the community.
The Essence of Rural Education
Every school in Knott County is classified as rural, offering a quiet and focused environment for learning. With an average school size of 299 students, the county provides an intimate setting where teachers and students can form strong bonds. Knott County Central High is the largest school, yet it still maintains a modest enrollment of 552 students.
School Overview
Total Schools
8
in Knott County
Reported Enrollment
2,092
8 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Knott County
Knott County
8 Public Schools in Knott 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knott County Central High School | Record | Knott County | Hindman, 41822Rural: Remote | 9–12 | High | 552 |
| Hindman Elementary School | Record | Knott County | Hindman, 41822Rural: Remote | PK–8 | Primary | 430 |
| Carr Creek Elementary School | Record | Knott County | Littcarr, 41834Rural: Remote | KG–8 | Primary | 360 |
| Emmalena Elementary School | Record | Knott County | Emmalena, 41740Rural: Distant | PK–8 | Primary | 207 |
| Beaver Creek Elementary School | Record | Knott County | Topmost, 41862Rural: Remote | KG–8 | Primary | 196 |
| Cordia School | Record | Knott County | Hazard, 41701Rural: Distant | PK–12 | Other | 183 |
| Jones Fork Elementary School | Record | Knott County | Mousie, 41839Rural: Remote | PK–8 | Primary | 164 |
| Knott County Area Technology Center | Record | Kentucky Tech System | Hindman, 41822Rural: Remote | 8–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Knott County Central High School
Knott County
Hindman, 41822 / Rural: Remote
Carr Creek Elementary School
Knott County
Littcarr, 41834 / Rural: Remote
Beaver Creek Elementary School
Knott County
Topmost, 41862 / Rural: Remote
Knott County Area Technology Center
Kentucky Tech System
Hindman, 41822 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,123
State avg $6,894
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Schools in Knott County, Kentucky — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Knott County, Kentucky?
Knott County operates a small, focused network of eight public schools serving 2,092 total students. The system includes five elementary schools and two high schools, ensuring that residents have access to localized education. All schools in the county fall under a single district management structure.
What are the major school districts in Knott County, Kentucky?
The Knott County school district is the sole provider for the area, managing all 2,092 students across its seven primary and secondary locations. There are no charter schools in the county, allowing the district to focus its resources on traditional public education. This unified approach provides a consistent experience for all students in the community.
What is the school experience like in Knott County?
Every school in Knott County is classified as rural, offering a quiet and focused environment for learning. With an average school size of 299 students, the county provides an intimate setting where teachers and students can form strong bonds. Knott County Central High is the largest school, yet it still maintains a modest enrollment of 552 students.
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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.