For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,021 students in 42327, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 42327, KY are Mclean County Middle School, Calhoun Elementary School and Mclean County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42327 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42327, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42327, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mclean County Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1901 Hwy 136 E
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5191
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5191
Gr: 6-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Calhoun Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
755 Main St
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-3264
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-3264
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Mclean County High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1859 Hwy 136 E
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5278
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5278
Gr: 9-12 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Mclean County Alternative Center
Alternative School
310 West 7th Street
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5257
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5257
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42327, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42327, KY include Mclean County Middle School, Calhoun Elementary School and Mclean County High School.
How many public schools are located in 42327?
4 public schools are located in 42327.
What is the racial composition of students in 42327?
42327 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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