There were 400 fifth grade students enrolled in Breckinridge County schools in the 2024-25 school year, 12.7% more than the previous year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.
welcomed most of the fifth grade students in the county, registering 183 students.
Within Breckinridge County schools, enrollment was highest in ninth grade and lowest in preschool.
Statewide, Breckinridge County ranked 33rd in total enrollment. It held the same ranking the previous year.
Kentucky schools face funding gaps as state support is 24% below 2008 levels after accounting for inflation. According to a report from KY Policy, the average teacher salaries are 19.8% lower than in 2008, when adjusted for inflation, while transportation funding covers just 82% of the required amount. The gap between wealthy and poor districts has widened to $4,247 per student, and several districts report deficits, including $16 million in Fayette County and $3.9 million in Newport.
| School | # of 5th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183 | 5.3% | 3,464 | |
| Hardinsburg Elementary School | 77 | 14.1% | 547 |
| Irvington Elementary School | 53 | 13.1% | 404 |
| Ben Johnson Elementary School | 40 | 15.7% | 254 |
| Custer Elementary School | 30 | 15.3% | 196 |
| Cloverport Independent School | 17 | 5.8% | 295 |
Information in this article was obtained from the Kentucky Department of Education. The source data can be found here.