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Muhlenberg County

Kentucky · Public K-12

Public-school enrollment in Muhlenberg County clocks in around 4,846 students across 11 schools (5 elementary, 2 middle, and 4 high).

7-year change in Muhlenberg County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
4,410
-327 (-7%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
8
-1 (-11%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
90%
was 92%
% Hispanic
3%
was 2%
% Black
2%
was 2%
% Asian
1%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
11
1 districts
Enrollment
4,846
NCES CCD
Median income
$51,927
Below Kentucky avg
Free/reduced lunch
62.0%
Below Kentucky avg
Elementary
5
2,326 students
Middle
2
1,307 students
High
4
1,213 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Muhlenberg County Public Schools
4,846 students · 1 district in Muhlenberg County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Muhlenberg 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
92%
Hispanic
2%
Black
2%
Asian
1%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
90%
Hispanic
3%
Black
2%
Asian
1%
Two or more
4%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
14.7%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
15.1%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
5.7%
civilian labor
Median age
43
21.1% under 18

Test scores in Muhlenberg County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 7 schools ranked. Kentucky state average: 48.4%.

See all 7 schools in Muhlenberg County ranked by score →

All schools (11)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Muhlenberg County High SchoolGreenvilleHigh09-121,123·
Muhlenberg County Middle SchoolGreenvilleMiddle06-08871·
Greenville Elementary SchoolGreenvilleElementaryPK-05620·
Muhlenberg South ElementaryBeechmontElementaryPK-05527·
Muhlenberg South Middle SchoolGreenvilleMiddle06-08436·
Central City ElementaryCentral CityElementaryPK-05406·
Longest ElementaryGreenvilleElementaryPK-05404·
Bremen Elementary SchoolBremenElementaryPK-05369·
The Renaissance CenterGreenvilleHigh06-1290·
Green River Education CenterCentral CityHighUG-UG0·
Muhlenberg County Career & Tech CenterGreenvilleHigh09-120·

Cities in Muhlenberg County

Greenville7 schoolsCentral City2 schoolsBeechmont1 schoolBremen1 school

About Muhlenberg County

Muhlenberg County is a rural-scale county of about 30,591 residents in Kentucky. Its public-school system hosts approximately 4,846 students across 11 schools.

Stepping back, census numbers show median household income runs near $51,927, about 15% of adults have a bachelor's degree or above, and the poverty rate is around 15%. That income level is 9% noticeably below the Kentucky median.

In terms of grade levels, Muhlenberg County consists of 5 elementary schools (2,326 students), 2 middle schools (1,307), and 4 high schools (1,213).

Muhlenberg County Public Schools is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 4,846 students across Muhlenberg County.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 4,410 students, declined 7% from the 4,737 reported in SY 2017-18. The school count fell from 9 to 8 across the same 7-year window.

On this page, the community for Muhlenberg County 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 Muhlenberg County?
Muhlenberg County, Kentucky has 11 public K-12 schools serving approximately 4,846 students.
How many high schools are in Muhlenberg County?
Muhlenberg County, Kentucky has 4 public high schools, serving approximately 1,213 students.
How many middle schools are in Muhlenberg County?
Muhlenberg County, Kentucky has 2 public middle schools, serving approximately 1,307 students.
How many elementary schools are in Muhlenberg County?
Muhlenberg County, Kentucky has 5 public elementary schools, serving approximately 2,326 students.
What is the largest school district in Muhlenberg County?
Muhlenberg County Public Schools is the largest school district in Muhlenberg County, serving approximately 4,846 students. The county contains 1 school district overall.
What is the population of Muhlenberg County?
Muhlenberg County, Kentucky has a population of approximately 30,591, with a median age of 43. About 21.1% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Muhlenberg County?
Median household income in Muhlenberg County is $51,927, below the Kentucky average of $56,863. About 15.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Muhlenberg County?
Approximately 14.7% of adults 25 and older in Muhlenberg County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Muhlenberg County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 62.0% of students in Muhlenberg 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 Muhlenberg County schools?
Across Muhlenberg County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 15.4 to 1.

Muhlenberg County school rankings

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DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data