For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,409 students in 42748, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 42748, KY are Hodgenville Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Larue County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42748 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42748, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42748, KY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hodgenville Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
33 Eagle Lane
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-3506
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-3506
Gr: K-5 | 533 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 Lincoln Farm Road
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-4112
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-4112
Gr: K-5 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Larue County High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
925 S Lincoln Blvd
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-2210
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-2210
Gr: 9-12 | 754 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Larue County Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
911 S Lincoln Blvd
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-3196
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-3196
Gr: 6-8 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
208 College St.
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-4111
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-4111
Gr: PK | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
42748, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
917 S Lincoln Blvd
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-8786
Hodgenville, KY 42748
(270) 358-8786
Gr: 5-6 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42748, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42748, KY include Hodgenville Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Larue County High School.
How many public schools are located in 42748?
5 public schools are located in 42748.
What is the racial composition of students in 42748?
42748 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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