For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,346 students in 41701, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 41701, KY are Hazard High School, Cordia School and Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 41701 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 41701, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 41701 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hazard 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41701, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hazard High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
157 Bulldog Ln
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 439-1318
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 439-1318
Gr: 9-12 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Cordia School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6050 Lotts Creek Road
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 785-4457
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 785-4457
Gr: PK-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
305 Park Avenue
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 439-5888
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 439-5888
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Perry County Central High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
305 Park Ave
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 439-5888
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 439-5888
Gr: 9-12 | 819 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 41701, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 41701, KY include Hazard High School, Cordia School and Learning Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 41701?
4 public high schools are located in 41701.
What is the racial composition of students in 41701?
41701 public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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