For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,402 students in 40144, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 40144, KY are Breckinridge County Middle School and Breckinridge County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40144 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40144, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40144, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Breckinridge County Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1877 E. Highway 60
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-3060
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-3060
Grades: 6-8
| 520 students
Rank: #22.
Breckinridge County High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2019 E. Highway 60
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-3080
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-3080
Grades: 9-12
| 882 students
Rank: n/an/a
Breckinridge County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
1915 E Hwy 60
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-2138
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-2138
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40144, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40144, KY include Breckinridge County Middle School and Breckinridge County High School.
How many public schools are located in 40144?
3 public schools are located in 40144.
What is the racial composition of students in 40144?
40144 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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