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2 schools in Owsley County

Kentucky · 727 students · 1 city

Public schools in the Owsley County system total 2 campuses across Kentucky, with roughly 727 students enrolled (1 elementary and 1 high).

7-year change in Owsley County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
727
-111 (-13%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
2
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
96%
was 98%
% Hispanic
2%
was 1%
% Black
1%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollment
Owsley County Elementary SchoolBoonevilleElementaryPK-05436
Owsley County High SchoolBoonevilleHigh06-12291

About Owsley County

Across 2 schools, Owsley County enrolls about 727 students in Kentucky. By footprint it is a thinly populated district.

On the school-mix side, Owsley County comprises 1 elementary and 1 high school.

Per-school enrollment averages around 364 in this district, below the Kentucky typical of 467.

Five-year track record. Total public-school enrollment in Owsley County has decreased 13% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 838 students to 727.

On this page, the community for Owsley County discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Anyone with firsthand knowledge of these schools is welcome to weigh in.

Frequently asked questions

How many schools are in Owsley County?
Owsley County operates 2 public K-12 schools in Kentucky, serving approximately 727 students.
What is the mix of elementary, middle, and high schools in Owsley County?
Owsley County includes 1 elementary, 1 high schools.
What is the largest school in Owsley County?
Owsley County Elementary School is the largest public school in Owsley County by enrollment, with approximately 436 students.
What grade levels does Owsley County serve?
Owsley County schools serve students from pre-K through grade 12, across 2 campuses.