For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,375 students in 42220, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 42220, KY are Todd County Middle School, Todd County Central High School and North Todd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42220 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42220, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42220, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Todd County Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
515 W Main St
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-2511
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-2511
Gr: 6-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Todd County Central High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
806 S Main St
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-2506
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-2506
Gr: 9-12 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
North Todd Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7300 Greenville Road
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-4460
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-4460
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Horizons High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
804 South Main Street
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-7503
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-7503
Gr: 6-12 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Todd County Day Treatment
Alternative School
804 S. Main Street
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-7503
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-7503
Gr: 6-12 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
804 South Main Street
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-7503
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-7503
Gr: 6-12 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
42220, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Todd County Academy (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
806b S Main St
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-7503
Elkton, KY 42220
(270) 265-7503
Gr: 7-11 | 26 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42220, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42220, KY include Todd County Middle School, Todd County Central High School and North Todd Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42220?
6 public schools are located in 42220.
What is the racial composition of students in 42220?
42220 public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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