About Us
Serving roughly 42,000 students from the Lexington metro area, Fayette County Public Schools is the second largest school district in Kentucky and the second largest employer in Fayette County. Our dedicated employees share a common goal of providing a world-class education for each and every child, and it shows. Time and again, our students and staff members earn state and national accolades in academic, athletic, and professional arenas. We also have amazing support from our families, business community, and civic leaders who are all intent on creating a positive environment for students to learn and succeed. Forbes magazine ranked Fayette County Public Schools No. 1 in Kentucky in its 2021 ranking of America’s Best Employers by State. This recognition is a reflection of the incredible students and families we work with, our fantastic team members who go above and beyond on a daily basis, and a community that provides unwavering support. Education is a people business, where the service we deliver is directly related to the collective talents and efforts of our staff. The members of Team FCPS are some of the most brilliant, passionate, and committed professionals in the business.