How many schools are in Harlan Independent?

Harlan Independent includes 3 schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Where is Harlan Independent located?

The Harlan Independent district is headquartered in Harlan, KY. It serves Harlan County County.

How many students are enrolled in Harlan Independent?

920 students attend schools in Harlan Independent.

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Harlan Independent — District Profile & Schools

Harlan, Kentucky · Harlan County

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Key Dates — Harlan Independent School Calendar

The first day of school in Harlan Independent is Wed, Aug 5, 2026, according to the district's published calendar. Scheduled breaks include Kindergarten Grandparents Breakfast (Morton/Noe classes) (Fri, Sep 4, 2026), Kindergarten Grandparents Breakfast (Goldey/Howard Classes) (Fri, Sep 11, 2026), First Grade Grandparents Breakfast (Fri, Sep 18, 2026), Second Grade Grandparents Breakfast (Fri, Sep 25, 2026), Third Grade Grandparents Breakfast (Fri, Oct 2, 2026), Fourth Grade Grandparents Breakfast (Fri, Oct 9, 2026).

First day of school: Wed, Aug 5, 2026
Kindergarten Grandparents Breakfast (Morton/Noe classes): Fri, Sep 4, 2026
Kindergarten Grandparents Breakfast (Goldey/Howard Classes): Fri, Sep 11, 2026
First Grade Grandparents Breakfast: Fri, Sep 18, 2026
Second Grade Grandparents Breakfast: Fri, Sep 25, 2026
Third Grade Grandparents Breakfast: Fri, Oct 2, 2026
Fourth Grade Grandparents Breakfast: Fri, Oct 9, 2026

920

Students

Schools

1 elem · 0 mid · 1 high

18.4:1

Student-Teacher

50 teachers

-1 - 12

Grades

Quick Facts

307

Avg. School Size

118

Total Staff

Harlan Independent Calendar

145 events

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Thu, Jun 25 - Thu, Jul 9

Event

KHSAA Dead Period

Wed, Jul 8

Event

School Bus Driver Registration Event

School Bus Drivers should attend one of two sessions on July 8 or July 9 from 9 a.m. to noon at Harlan County High School, Room 306. Drivers will need to enter the building through the "fish bowl" entrance which is underneath the cafeteria. Drivers will be establishing an account with the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, which is now required. Drivers may come anytime between those hours on either day. You will need to be able to receive an email and a text on your phone to set up the account.I

Thu, Jul 9

Event

Bus Driver Registration Event

Thu, Jul 16

Event

School Board Meeting

Thu, Jul 23

Event

HMS Cheer Camp

Tue, Jul 28

Event

Harlan County Board of Education Meeting