Bourbon County

Located at 3343 Lexington Road in Paris, Kentucky, the Bourbon County school district operates as an open, traditional public school system dedicated to comprehensive learner development. Situated in a distant town setting within the broader Lexington-Fayette metropolitan area, the district manages six operational schools offering complete coverage from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside ungraded educational programming. Families and researchers can access district resources through its official portal at www.bourbon.kyschools.us or connect with central administration directly by calling (859) 987-2180.

Bourbon County serves a total student body of 2,557 pupils, comprising 1,319 male students and 1,238 female students. The student population reflects a varied demographic composition, including 1,921 White, 464 Hispanic, 110 students of two or more races, 61 Black, and 1 Asian student. Educational and operational success across the district is sustained by a substantial workforce of nearly 847 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This robust staffing framework is anchored by approximately 325 FTE teachers, 70 FTE instructional aides, and 452 FTE support staff personnel, ensuring a fully supported academic environment across all grade levels.