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Gallatin County

Kentucky · Public K-12

4 public K-12 schools, roughly 1,426 students, one county, 8,769 residents. That is Gallatin County, Kentucky on the numbers. The level mix is 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools.

7-year change in Gallatin County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
1,426
-238 (-14%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
83%
was 85%
% Hispanic
13%
was 11%
% Black
0%
was 1%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
4
1 districts
Enrollment
1,426
NCES CCD
Median income
$63,346
Above Kentucky avg
Free/reduced lunch
77.0%
Above Kentucky avg
Elementary
2
686 students
Middle
1
316 students
High
1
424 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Gallatin County Public Schools
1,426 students · 1 district in Gallatin County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Gallatin 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
90%
Hispanic
6%
Black
3%
Asian
1%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
83%
Hispanic
12%
Black
0%
Asian
0%
Two or more
3%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
15.0%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
11.2%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
4.6%
civilian labor
Median age
40
23.0% under 18

Test scores in Gallatin County

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

See all 3 schools in Gallatin County ranked by score →

All schools (4)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Gallatin County High SchoolWarsawHigh09-12424·
Gallatin County Lower ElementaryWarsawElementaryPK-02382·
Gallatin County Middle SchoolWarsawMiddle06-08316·
Gallatin County Upper ElementaryWarsawElementary03-05304·

Cities in Gallatin County

Warsaw4 schools

About Gallatin County

Gallatin County is a sparse Kentucky county of about 8,769 residents, home to 4 public schools and roughly 1,426 students.

Looking at the broader picture, census numbers show median household income runs near $63,346, 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is around 11%. That income level is 11% above the Kentucky median.

In terms of grade levels, Gallatin County consists of 2 elementary schools (686 students), 1 middle school (316), and 1 high school (424).

Gallatin County Public Schools is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 1,426 students across Gallatin County.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Gallatin County has declined 14% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,664 students to 1,426.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Gallatin County discusses comparison threads between local schools and program reviews. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools serve Gallatin County?
There are 4 public K-12 schools in Gallatin County, Kentucky, with a combined enrollment of about 1,426.
How many high schools are in Gallatin County?
Gallatin County, Kentucky has 1 public high school, serving approximately 424 students.
How many middle schools are in Gallatin County?
Gallatin County, Kentucky has 1 public middle school, serving approximately 316 students.
How many elementary schools are in Gallatin County?
Gallatin County, Kentucky has 2 public elementary schools, serving approximately 686 students.
What is the largest school district in Gallatin County?
Gallatin County Public Schools is the largest school district in Gallatin County, serving approximately 1,426 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Gallatin County?
Gallatin County, Kentucky has a population of approximately 8,769, with a median age of 40. About 23.0% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Gallatin County?
Median household income in Gallatin County is $63,346, above the Kentucky average of $56,863. About 11.2% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Gallatin County?
Approximately 15.0% of adults 25 and older in Gallatin County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Gallatin County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 77.0% of students in Gallatin County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is higher than the Kentucky county average of 62.1%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gallatin County schools?
Across Gallatin County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 17.3 to 1.
DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data