For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,209 students in 41040, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 41040, KY are Southern Elementary School and Pendleton County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 41040 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 41040, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41040, KY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
320 Fairgrounds Rd
Falmouth, KY 41040
(859) 654-6981
Falmouth, KY 41040
(859) 654-6981
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Pendleton County High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2359 Hwy 27 N
Falmouth, KY 41040
(859) 654-3355
Falmouth, KY 41040
(859) 654-3355
Gr: 9-12 | 667 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 41040, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 41040, KY include Southern Elementary School and Pendleton County High School.
How many public schools are located in 41040?
2 public schools are located in 41040.
What is the racial composition of students in 41040?
41040 public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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