For the 2023 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 980 students in Harlan, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Harlan, KY are Harlan Elementary School, Harlan High School and James A. Cawood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harlan, KY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Harlan have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 26% (majority Black).
Best Harlan, KY Public Elementary Schools (2023)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harlan Elementary School
Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
420 E Central St
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-8715
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-8715
Grades: K-4
| 269 students
Rank: #22.
Harlan High School
Math: 23% | Reading: 51%
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
420 E Central St
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-8750
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-8750
Grades: 5-12
| 358 students
Rank: #33.
James A. Cawood Elementary School
Math: 18% | Reading: 44%
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
279 Ball Park Rd
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Grades: PK-8
| 353 students
Harlan, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
279 Ball Park Rd
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Grades: 9-12
| 668 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Harlan, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Harlan, KY include Harlan Elementary School, Harlan High School and James A. Cawood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Harlan, KY?
3 public elementary schools are located in Harlan, KY.
What is the racial composition of students in Harlan, KY?
Harlan, KY public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 26% (majority Black).
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