- Barren County Middle School — Grades 7–8 · 649 students
- Barren County High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,220 students
- Red Cross Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 679 students
- North Jackson Elementary — Grades PK–6 · 537 students
- Eastern Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 347 students
- Austin Tracy Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 346 students
- Hiseville Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 322 students
- Park City Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 290 students
- Temple Hill Elementary School — Grades PK–6 · 266 students
- BAVEL — Grades 1–12 · 227 students
- College Street Campus — Grades 6–12 · 25 students
| Metric | Barren County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 5,224 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 11 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $10,500/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | State avg est. |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 6/10 — Average | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barren County School District (this district) | 6/10 | 58th | 5,224 |
| Knox County School District | 8/10 | 73rd | 3,943 |
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Ranked against 166 rated districts in KY → 58th percentile → 6/10.
Source: Kentucky Dept. of Education Kentucky Summative Assessment, grades 3–8 Reading & Math, Proficient or Distinguished, 2024–25 school year (enrollment-weighted across grades). Full methodology →
About Barren County School District
Families in zip code 42130 (Eighty Eight, Kentucky) are assigned to Barren County School District for public education through 12. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Understanding the 6/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Barren County School District 6 out of 10 — average among Kentucky public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Kentucky’s Summative Assessment grades 3–8 Reading & Math (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Kentucky is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Barren County School District falls near the middle of Kentucky on state assessment results, with reading and math proficiency close to the state median. Average-rated districts provide foundational public education, and many families find they deliver solid day-to-day learning — particularly when parents stay engaged. If you're considering this area, look beyond the overall rating: visit schools, talk to current parents, and research the specific school your child would attend. Average districts often have individual schools that significantly outperform the district mean.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 42130
Children in zip code 42130 are assigned to Barren County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 42130, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Barren County School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Kentucky districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Eighty Eight
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Barren County School District serves zip code 42130, homes in and around zip code 42130 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Kentucky, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Barren County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 42130.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Barren County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 42130 data.