For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 922 students in 42134, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in 42134, KY are Franklin-simpson High School and Franklin-simpson High School West Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42134 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42134, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42134 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Franklin-simpson High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42134, KY Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin-simpson High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 S College St
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-3273
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-3273
Gr: 9-12 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Franklin-simpson High School West Campus
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
229 Jokers Phillips Way
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-2039
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-2039
Gr: 6-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 42134, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42134, KY include Franklin-simpson High School and Franklin-simpson High School West Campus.
How many public high schools are located in 42134?
2 public high schools are located in 42134.
What is the racial composition of students in 42134?
42134 public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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