Top 5 Best 42024 Kentucky Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,079 students in 42024, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 42024, KY are Ballard County Elementary School, Ballard Memorial High School and Ballard County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42024 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 42024, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 26% (majority Black).

Best 42024, KY Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ballard County Elementary School
Math: 38% | Reading: 41%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3383 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: K-5
| 463 students
Rank: #22.
Ballard Memorial High School
Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 9-12
| 277 students
Rank: #33.
Ballard County Middle School
Math: 24% | Reading: 39%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 6-8
| 247 students
Rank: n/an/a
3383 Paducah Road
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: PK
| 92 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ballard County Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
11 Vocational School Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 42024, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42024, KY include Ballard County Elementary School, Ballard Memorial High School and Ballard County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 42024, KY?
5 public schools are located in 42024, KY.
What is the racial composition of students in 42024, KY?
42024, KY public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 26% (majority Black).

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