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U.S. News & World Report released its rankings for the Best K-8 Schools for 2026.

The rankings are based on students' proficiency in math and reading, considering socioeconomic factors.

Greathouse/Shryock Traditional Elementary in Louisville was named the top elementary school in Kentucky.

SCAPA at Bluegrass in Lexington was ranked as the best middle school in the state.

U.S. News & World Report released its rankings for Best K-8 Schools in 2026 on Tuesday, Oct. 28, listing the top elementary and middle schools in each state across the country.

The list is based on students' proficiency in math and reading, and incorporates test results in the context of socioeconomic backgrounds. Here's how Kentucky schools ranked.

Top 10 Kentucky elementary schools for 202

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