District Overview
Located at 1600 Hwy 22 E in Owenton, Kentucky, the Owen County School District serves as an essential educational cornerstone for its surrounding region. Set within a distant rural community, this active, traditional public school system operates three campus facilities providing a continuous academic pathway from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, as well as specialized ungraded programming. The district's independent structure ensures a focused, community-centered approach to public education, preparing local youth for higher education, vocational pursuits, and future career opportunities.

According to National Center for Education Statistics data for the 2024–2025 academic year, the district supports a student body of 1,680 children, composed of 856 male and 824 female students spanning PK–12 levels. To foster an enriched learning environment, Owen County employs a total workforce of 524 full-time equivalent (FTE) personnel. This dedicated team includes 218 FTE teachers, 39 FTE instructional aides, and 267 FTE support staff members. This strong staffing framework ensures that students benefit from attentive instruction, well-maintained facilities, and comprehensive support services designed to meet diverse developmental and educational needs.
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Total Schools
1,680
Total Students
218.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Owen County
Demographic Student Count
White1,526
Hispanic98
Black12
Asian2
Two or More39
American Indian3
  • White
    1,526 (90.8%)
  • Hispanic
    98 (5.8%)
  • Two or More
    39 (2.3%)
  • Black
    12 (0.7%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Owen County
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High1
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:3
Students:1,680*
Teachers (FTE):218.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.7
Schools in Owen County
Found 3 Schools