For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,527 students in 42503, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in 42503, KY are Pulaski County High School, Southwestern High School and Pulaski Day Treatment~eagle Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42503 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 38% statewide average). High schools in 42503, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42503 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southwestern High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 25% (majority Black).
Best 42503, KY Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pulaski County High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
511 University Dr
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1574
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1574
Grades: 9-12
| 1,199 students
Rank: #22.
Southwestern High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1765 Wtlo Rd
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-9000
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-9000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,287 students
Rank: #33.
Pulaski Day Treatment~eagle Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1303
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1303
Grades: 6-12
| 41 students
42503, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Pulaski Central High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
500 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 42503, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42503, KY include Pulaski County High School, Southwestern High School and Pulaski Day Treatment~eagle Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 42503, KY?
3 public high schools are located in 42503, KY.
What is the racial composition of students in 42503, KY?
42503, KY public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 25% (majority Black).
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