For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 717 students in Hickman County, KY.
The top ranked public schools in Hickman County, KY are Hickman County Elementary School and Hickman County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hickman County, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Hickman County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hickman County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Hickman County Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
416 Mcmorris St
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4067
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4067
Grades: PK-6
| 412 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Hickman County High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 James H Phillips Dr
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4044
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4044
Grades: 7-12
| 305 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hickman County, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Hickman County, KY include Hickman County Elementary School and Hickman County High School.
How many public schools are located in Hickman County?
2 public schools are located in Hickman County.
What is the racial composition of students in Hickman County?
Hickman County public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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