For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 604 students in 40828, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40828, KY are Evarts Elementary School and Black Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40828 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40828, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40828, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evarts Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
132 Keister St
Evarts, KY 40828
(606) 837-2386
Evarts, KY 40828
(606) 837-2386
Gr: PK-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Black Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1555 Hwy 215
Evarts, KY 40828
(606) 837-2214
Evarts, KY 40828
(606) 837-2214
Gr: PK-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
40828, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1995 Wildcat Dr
Evarts, KY 40828
(606) 837-2502
Evarts, KY 40828
(606) 837-2502
Gr: 9-12 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40828, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40828, KY include Evarts Elementary School and Black Mountain Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40828?
2 public elementary schools are located in 40828.
What is the racial composition of students in 40828?
40828 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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