For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 433 students in 42220, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 42220, KY are Todd County Middle School and Horizons High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 42220 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 42220, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42220, KY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
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.
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 middle schools in 42220, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 42220, KY include Todd County Middle School and Horizons High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 42220?
4 public middle schools are located in 42220.
What is the racial composition of students in 42220?
42220 public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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