For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 414 students in Burnside, KY.
The top-ranked public school in Burnside, KY is Burnside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Burnside, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Burnside have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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 Burnside, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burnside Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
435 East Lakeshore Drive
Burnside, KY 42519
(606) 561-4250
Burnside, KY 42519
(606) 561-4250
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Burnside, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Burnside, KY include Burnside Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Burnside?
1 public schools are located in Burnside.
What is the racial composition of students in Burnside?
Burnside public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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