Madison County

Headquartered at 301 Highland Park Drive in Richmond, Kentucky, the Madison County School District operates as a vital educational foundation serving the greater Richmond-Berea metropolitan area. Set within a distant town geographic context, this fully open, traditional public school system oversees 22 operational schools that provide a seamless academic pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, in addition to specialized ungraded offerings. During the 2024–2025 school year, the district serves a broad student body of 11,132 learners, supporting an inclusive community comprising 9,056 White, 751 Hispanic, 663 multiracial, and 500 Black students, alongside Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander peers.

To maintain strong academic standards and a nurturing learning environment across all its campuses, Madison County Schools employs a comprehensive workforce totaling approximately 3,207 full-time equivalent staff members. The core teaching force consists of over 1,406 full-time equivalent educators, enriched by 243 instructional aides dedicated to individual student success and classroom assistance. Furthermore, an expansive team of nearly 1,558 support staff members oversees operational, administrative, and student well-being needs. Through robust community connections and holistic instructional programming, the district continues to foster educational excellence, inviting families and researchers to learn more via their administrative line at (859) 624-4500 or online at madison.kyschools.us.