For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 612 students in Calhoun, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Calhoun, KY are Calhoun Elementary School and Mclean County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Calhoun, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in Calhoun have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Calhoun, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
Rank: #22.
Mclean County Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1901 Hwy 136 E
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5191
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5191
Grades: 6-8
| 324 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Calhoun, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Calhoun, KY include Calhoun Elementary School and Mclean County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Calhoun?
2 public elementary schools are located in Calhoun.
What is the racial composition of students in Calhoun?
Calhoun public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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