For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 889 students in Smiths Grove, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in Smiths Grove, KY are South Edmonson Elementary School and North Warren Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Smiths Grove, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Smiths Grove have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Smiths Grove, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Edmonson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1058 Chalybeate School Rd
Smiths Grove, KY 42171
(270) 597-2379
Smiths Grove, KY 42171
(270) 597-2379
Gr: PK-4 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
North Warren Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
420 College St
Smiths Grove, KY 42171
(270) 563-2041
Smiths Grove, KY 42171
(270) 563-2041
Gr: PK-6 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Smiths Grove, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Smiths Grove, KY include South Edmonson Elementary School and North Warren Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Smiths Grove?
2 public schools are located in Smiths Grove.
What is the racial composition of students in Smiths Grove?
Smiths Grove public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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