Jessamine County
8,331 Students
14 Schools
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 6,291 |
| Hispanic | 825 |
| Black | 520 |
| Asian | 99 |
| Two or More | 569 |
| American Indian | 16 |
| Pacific Islander | 11 |
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White6,291 (75.5%)
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Hispanic825 (9.9%)
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Two or More569 (6.8%)
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Black520 (6.2%)
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Asian99 (1.2%)
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American Indian16 (0.2%)
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Pacific Islander11 (0.1%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 7 |
| Middle | 2 |
| High | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
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
7 Students
High School 6th - 12th
515 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
1,222 Students
High School 9th - 12th
944 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
570 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
High School 9th - 12th
785 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - K
465 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
519 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
542 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
130 Students
High School 6th - 12th
1,272 Students
High School 9th - 12th
887 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
473 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th