There were 393 fourth grade students enrolled in Boyle County schools in the 2024-25 school year, 10.1% more than the previous year, according to the Kentucky Department of Education.
Edna L. Toliver Intermediate School welcomed most of the fourth grade students in the county, registering 156 students.
Within Boyle County schools, enrollment was highest in eighth grade and lowest in preschool.
Statewide, Boyle County ranked 35th 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 4th Grade Students Enrolled | % of Student Body | Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edna L. Toliver Intermediate School | 156 | 28% | 557 |
| Woodlawn Elementary School | 102 | 15% | 679 |
| Junction City Elementary School | 75 | 15.1% | 496 |
| Perryville Elementary School | 47 | 14.2% | 331 |
| Sunrise Academy | 8 | 12.7% | 63 |
| Kentucky School for the Deaf | 5 | 6.2% | 80 |
Information in this article was obtained from the Kentucky Department of Education. The source data can be found here.