Best 42240 Kentucky Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 2,571 students in 42240, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 42240, KY are Christian County Day Treatment, Cumberland Hall School and Gateway Academy To Innovation & Technical. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42240 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42240, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42240 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Christian County High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 42240, KY Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Christian County Day Treatment
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
4001 Fort Campbell Blvd
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(502) 764-2257
Gr: 7-12 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Cumberland Hall School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
270 Walton Way
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 889-2177
Gr: K-12 | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Gateway Academy To Innovation & Technical
Vocational School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 70-79% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
705 N Elm St
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7030
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #44.
Christian County High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
220 Glass Ave
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7050
Gr: 9-12 | 1,153 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #55.
Hopkinsville High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
430 Koffman Dr
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7110
Gr: 9-12 | 961 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #66.
Christian County Public Schools Vla
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
200 Glass Avenue
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7000
Gr: K-12 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #77.
Bluegrass Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
4400 Lafayette Rd
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7380
Gr: 6-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 42240 Kentucky

42240, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
313 Blane Dr
Hopkinsville, KY 42240
(270) 887-7310
Gr: PK | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 42240, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 42240, KY include Christian County Day Treatment, Cumberland Hall School and Gateway Academy To Innovation & Technical.
How many public high schools are located in 42240?
7 public high schools are located in 42240.
What is the racial composition of students in 42240?
42240 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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