For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 646 students in Barlow, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Barlow, KY are Ballard County Elementary School and Ballard County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Barlow, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Barlow have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Barlow, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballard County Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3383 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Gr: K-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Ballard County Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Gr: 6-8 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Barlow, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Barlow, KY include Ballard County Elementary School and Ballard County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Barlow?
2 public elementary schools are located in Barlow.
What is the racial composition of students in Barlow?
Barlow public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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