For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,030 students in 40117, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40117, KY are Flaherty Primary School, Ekron Elementary School and Flaherty Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40117 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40117, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40117, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Flaherty Primary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2635 Flaherty Rd.
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7575
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7575
Gr: PK-3 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Ekron Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2500 Hayesville Rd
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7570
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7570
Gr: K-6 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Flaherty Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2615 Flaherty Rd
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7565
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7565
Gr: 4-6 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 40117, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40117, KY include Flaherty Primary School, Ekron Elementary School and Flaherty Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40117?
3 public elementary schools are located in 40117.
What is the racial composition of students in 40117?
40117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% 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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