There were 293 first grade students enrolled in Ohio County schools in the 2024-25 school year, 11.7% fewer than the previous year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.
Wayland Alexander Elementary School welcomed most of the first grade students in the county, registering 86 students.
Within Ohio County schools, enrollment was highest in ninth grade and lowest in preschool.
Statewide, Ohio County ranked 49th in total enrollment. It held the same ranking the previous year.
Kentucky schools face funding gaps as state support is 24% below 2008 levels after accounting for inflation. According to a report from KY Policy, the average teacher salaries are 19.8% lower than in 2008, when adjusted for inflation, while transportation funding covers just 82% of the required amount. The gap between wealthy and poor districts has widened to $4,247 per student, and several districts report deficits, including $16 million in Fayette County and $3.9 million in Newport.
| School | # of 1st Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayland Alexander Elementary School | 86 | 12.3% | 701 |
| Beaver Dam Elementary School | 79 | 12% | 658 |
| Southern Elementary School | 44 | 14.7% | 299 |
| Fordsville Elementary School | 31 | 11.4% | 272 |
| Western Elementary School | 31 | 12.4% | 249 |
| Horse Branch Elementary School | 22 | 11.1% | 198 |
Information in this article was obtained from the Kentucky Department of Education. The source data can be found here.