District Overview
Located at 871 Wilmore Road in Nicholasville, Kentucky, Jessamine County Public Schools operates as a primary educational hub set within the fringe town environment of the greater Lexington-Fayette metropolitan area. Serving a dynamic student body of 8,331 learners, the fully operational public school district delivers a comprehensive academic continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Across its 14 operational school facilities, the district offers structured learning pathways designed to nurture early childhood development, build strong foundational skills, and prepare graduating students for post-secondary education and workforce readiness.

To support its growing student body, the district maintains an extensive workforce of roughly 2,581 full-time equivalent staff members. This strong organizational framework includes nearly 1,169 full-time equivalent classroom teachers, 183 instructional aides, and over 1,228 dedicated support staff personnel, creating a well-resourced learning environment tailored to diverse student needs. For parents evaluating local educational options, students seeking a well-rounded academic experience, and researchers analyzing regional public school trends, Jessamine County reflects a solid commitment to educational quality, community engagement, and comprehensive student support.
14
Total Schools
8,331
Total Students
1,168.9
Full-Time Teachers
7.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Jessamine County
Demographic Student Count
White6,291
Hispanic825
Black520
Asian99
Two or More569
American Indian16
Pacific Islander11
  • White
    6,291 (75.5%)
  • Hispanic
    825 (9.9%)
  • Two or More
    569 (6.8%)
  • Black
    520 (6.2%)
  • Asian
    99 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    16 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    11 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Jessamine County
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary7
Middle2
High5
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:14
Students:8,331*
Teachers (FTE):1,168.9*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.1
Schools in Jessamine County
Found 14 Schools