For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,606 students in Stanton, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in Stanton, KY are Powell County Academy, Stanton Elementary School and Bowen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stanton, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Stanton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Stanton, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Powell County Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
642 Rose Way
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3505
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3505
Gr: 6-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Stanton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
651 Breckinridge St
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3311
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3311
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Bowen Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5099 Campton Rd
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3313
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3313
Gr: PK-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #44.
Powell County High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 W College Ave
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3320
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3320
Gr: 9-12 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #55.
Powell County Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
770 W College Ave
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3308
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3308
Gr: 6-8 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Stanton, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Stanton, KY include Powell County Academy, Stanton Elementary School and Bowen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Stanton?
5 public schools are located in Stanton.
What is the racial composition of students in Stanton?
Stanton public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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