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Crittenden County

Kentucky · Public K-12

Crittenden County's 4 public schools sit inside Kentucky and collectively enroll about 1,272 K-12 students across 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high.

7-year change in Crittenden County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,272
-74 (-5%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
-1 (-25%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
93%
was 95%
% Hispanic
3%
was 1%
% Black
1%
was 0%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
4
1 districts
Enrollment
1,272
NCES CCD
Median income
$46,656
Below Kentucky avg
Free/reduced lunch
60.0%
Below Kentucky avg
Elementary
1
614 students
Middle
1
277 students
High
2
381 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Crittenden County Public Schools
1,272 students · 1 district in Crittenden County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Crittenden County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
95%
Hispanic
2%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
3%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
93%
Hispanic
3%
Black
1%
Asian
0%
Two or more
3%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
15.3%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
13.4%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
3.4%
civilian labor
Median age
43
23.2% under 18

Test scores in Crittenden County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 3 schools ranked. Kentucky state average: 48.4%.

See all 3 schools in Crittenden County ranked by score →

All schools (4)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Crittenden County Elementary SchoolMarionElementaryPK-05614·
Crittenden County High SchoolMarionHigh09-12381·
Crittenden County Middle SchoolMarionMiddle06-08277·
Pathway Academy High SchoolMarionHigh10-120·

Cities in Crittenden County

Marion4 schools

About Crittenden County

Crittenden County is a low-population Kentucky county of about 8,979 residents, home to 4 public schools and roughly 1,272 students.

In context, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $46,656, roughly 15% of adults have completed at least a four-year degree, and the federal-poverty share is near 13%. That income level is 18% lower than the Kentucky median.

In terms of grade levels, Crittenden County is made up of 1 elementary school (614 students), 1 middle school (277), and 2 high schools (381).

Crittenden County Public Schools is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 1,272 students across Crittenden County.

Trend over the past 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment decreased 5%: 1,346 students in SY 2017-18 versus 1,272 in SY 2024-25. Crittenden County now counts 3 public schools, down from 4 in SY 2017-18.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Crittenden County discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Crittenden County?
There are 4 public K-12 schools in Crittenden County, Kentucky, with a combined enrollment of about 1,272.
How many high schools are in Crittenden County?
Crittenden County, Kentucky has 2 public high schools, serving approximately 381 students.
How many middle schools are in Crittenden County?
Crittenden County, Kentucky has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 277 students.
How many elementary schools are in Crittenden County?
Crittenden County, Kentucky has 1 public elementary school, serving approximately 614 students.
What is the largest school district in Crittenden County?
Crittenden County Public Schools is the largest school district in Crittenden County, serving approximately 1,272 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Crittenden County?
Crittenden County, Kentucky has a population of approximately 8,979, with a median age of 43. About 23.2% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Crittenden County?
Median household income in Crittenden County is $46,656, below the Kentucky average of $56,863. About 13.4% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Crittenden County?
Approximately 15.3% of adults 25 and older in Crittenden County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Crittenden County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 60.0% of students in Crittenden County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Kentucky county average of 62.1%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Crittenden County schools?
Across Crittenden County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 14.9 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data