For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 500 students in 40143, KY (there are 2 private schools, serving 272 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 40143, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in 40143, KY is Hardinsburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 40143 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40143, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40143, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hardinsburg Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1340 East Hwy 60
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
(270) 756-3020
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
(270) 756-3020
Grades: PK-5
| 500 students
40143, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
419 E Third St
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
(270) 756-3020
Hardinsburg, KY 40143
(270) 756-3020
Grades: PK-4
| 499 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40143, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40143, KY include Hardinsburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40143?
1 public schools are located in 40143.
What percentage of students in 40143 go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in 40143 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40143?
40143 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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