For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 409 students in Elkhorn City, KY.
The top-ranked public school in Elkhorn City, KY is Elkhorn City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elkhorn City, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Elkhorn City have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Elkhorn City, KY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elkhorn City Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
180 Cougar Dr
Elkhorn City, KY 41522
(606) 754-4542
Elkhorn City, KY 41522
(606) 754-4542
Gr: PK-8 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elkhorn City, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Elkhorn City, KY include Elkhorn City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Elkhorn City?
1 public schools are located in Elkhorn City.
What is the racial composition of students in Elkhorn City?
Elkhorn City public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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