For the 2026 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 Big Creek Elementary School and Oneida 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 49% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Oneida have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
523 N Hwy 66
Oneida, KY 40972
(606) 598-2812
Oneida, KY 40972
(606) 598-2812
Gr: PK-6 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: PK-6 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Oneida, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Oneida, KY include Big Creek Elementary School and Oneida 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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