Best 42717 Kentucky Public High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 302 students in 42717, KY.
The top ranked public high school in 42717, KY is Cumberland County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 42717 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42717, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42717 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cumberland County High School, with ≥95% 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 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 42717, KY Public High Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cumberland County High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
912 N Main St
Burkesville, KY 42717
(270) 864-3451
Grades: 9-12
| 302 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 42717, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42717, KY include Cumberland County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42717?
1 public high schools are located in 42717.
What is the racial composition of students in 42717?
42717 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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