Mercer County

Located at 530 Perryville Road in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, Mercer County Public Schools serves as an active, comprehensive educational hub rooted in a distant town community. Operating six public schools, the traditional district offers a continuous learning pathway spanning pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district educates a student body of approximately 2,675 students, comprising 1,401 young men and 1,274 young women. Reflecting its local region, the student population brings together a diverse community, including a vibrant mix of White, Hispanic, multiracial, Black, Asian, Native American, and Pacific Islander students across all grade levels.

To support its PK–12 learning environment, the district maintains a well-resourced workforce dedicated to academic achievement and student development. Mercer County employs 338 full-time equivalent teachers, reinforced by 43 instructional aides who provide essential targeted assistance in classrooms. A substantial team of 411 support staff members—covering operations, administrative services, and student care—completes a overall district workforce of 792 full-time equivalent personnel. This robust staffing structure underscores the district's commitment to delivering personalized instruction and a supportive, well-maintained educational framework for students and families across the region.