For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 738 students in Bardwell, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in Bardwell, KY are Carlisle County Elementary School, Carlisle County Middle School and Carlisle County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bardwell, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Bardwell have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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 Bardwell, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carlisle County Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4557 State Rt 1377
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Carlisle County Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4557 State Rt 1377
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Gr: 6-8 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Carlisle County High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4557 State Route 1377
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Bardwell, KY 42023
(270) 628-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bardwell, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Bardwell, KY include Carlisle County Elementary School, Carlisle County Middle School and Carlisle County High School.
How many public schools are located in Bardwell?
3 public schools are located in Bardwell.
What is the racial composition of students in Bardwell?
Bardwell public schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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