Spencer County

The Spencer County school district in Kentucky consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The district's schools show a mix of strong and weaker performance, with Spencer County High School standing out as a consistent top performer, while Taylorsville Elementary School lags behind in several academic areas.

Spencer County High School is the district's shining star, ranking 77th out of 290 Kentucky high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts impressive graduation rates, often exceeding 98%, and its students perform well on standardized tests, surpassing county and state averages in subjects like English, math, reading, and writing. In contrast, Hillview Academy, the district's alternative school, struggles with a 0% four-year graduation rate and significantly lower test scores compared to the other schools.

At the elementary level, Spencer County Elementary School stands out, ranking 138th out of 685 Kentucky elementary schools and earning a 4-star rating. The school's math proficiency rates are particularly impressive, with a majority of students scoring proficient or better on the KSA math assessment. However, Taylorsville Elementary School lags behind, with lower proficiency rates in several subjects, highlighting the need for targeted support and resources across the district's schools.