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2 schools in Stearns

Kentucky · Public K-12

Stearns, Kentucky operates 2 public K-12 schools between its neighborhoods, enrolling about 1,344 students (around 672 per campus).

7-year change in Stearns

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,344
+103 (+8%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
-1 (-33%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
95%
was 97%
% Hispanic
2%
was 1%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
McCreary Central High SchoolHigh09-12711
McCreary County Middle SchoolMiddle06-08633

About Stearns

Across Stearns, Kentucky, 2 public schools hosts about 1,344 students between them.

For a sense of the school types, the city is built around 1 middle, and 1 high.

Average school size in Stearns is around 672 students, 44% meaningfully above the Kentucky average of about 467.

Over the past 7-year window. Total public-school enrollment in Stearns has increased 8% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,241 students to 1,344. Stearns now counts 2 public schools, down from 3 in SY 2017-18.

On allk12, the community for Stearns discusses school events, board meetings, and seasonal calendars. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Stearns, Kentucky?
There are 2 public K-12 schools in Stearns, with a combined enrollment of about 1,344.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Stearns?
Stearns has 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Stearns?
McCreary Central High School is the largest public school in Stearns by enrollment, with approximately 711 students.
What school districts serve Stearns?
Stearns public schools are operated by McCreary County.
What grade levels do public schools in Stearns cover?
Public schools in Stearns serve students from grade 6 through grade 12.