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2 schools in Carlisle

Kentucky · Public K-12

Carlisle's public-school footprint covers 2 campuses with combined enrollment of about 1,080 students, averaging 540 per campus.

7-year change in Carlisle

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,080
-28 (-3%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
93%
was 94%
% Hispanic
5%
was 4%
% Black
1%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Nicholas County Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-06645
Nicholas County High SchoolHigh07-12435

About Carlisle

Carlisle is a small Kentucky city in terms of public-school footprint, with 2 schools and 1,080 students total.

For a sense of the school types, the city covers 1 elementary, and 1 high.

Schools in Carlisle average about 540 students each, 16% higher than the Kentucky norm.

Looking at the last 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Carlisle has declined 3% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,108 students to 1,080.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Carlisle discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Carlisle?
Carlisle, Kentucky has 2 public K-12 schools serving approximately 1,080 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Carlisle?
Carlisle has 1 elementary, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Carlisle?
Nicholas County Elementary School is the largest public school in Carlisle by enrollment, with approximately 645 students.
What school districts serve Carlisle?
Carlisle public schools are operated by Nicholas County.
What grade levels do public schools in Carlisle cover?
Public schools in Carlisle serve students from pre-K through grade 12.