For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 396 students in 42721, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 15 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 42721, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in 42721, KY is Caneyville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 42721 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42721, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42721, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Caneyville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
521 East Maple St.
Caneyville, KY 42721
(270) 879-4211
Caneyville, KY 42721
(270) 879-4211
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42721, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42721, KY include Caneyville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42721?
1 public schools are located in 42721.
What percentage of students in 42721 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 42721 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42721?
42721 public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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