For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 238 students in Oneida, KY (there are , serving 275 private students). 46% of all K-12 students in Oneida, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Oneida, KY are Oneida Elementary School and Big Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Oneida, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Oneida have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Oneida, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oneida Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
435 Newfound Rd
Oneida, KY 40972
(606) 598-2168
Oneida, KY 40972
(606) 598-2168
Grades: PK-6
| 114 students
Rank: #22.
Big Creek Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
523 N Hwy 66
Oneida, KY 40972
(606) 598-2812
Oneida, KY 40972
(606) 598-2812
Grades: PK-6
| 124 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Oneida, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Oneida, KY include Oneida Elementary School and Big Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Oneida?
2 public schools are located in Oneida.
What percentage of students in Oneida go to public school?
46% of all K-12 students in Oneida are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Oneida?
Oneida public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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