For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,030 students in 41051, KY (there are 4 private schools, serving 668 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 41051, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 41051, KY are Kenton Elementary School, White's Tower Elementary School and Twenhofel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 41051 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 41051, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41051, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kenton Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11246 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-3781
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-3781
Grades: PK-5
| 654 students
Rank: #22.
White's Tower Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2977 Harris Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-9668
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-9668
Grades: PK-5
| 698 students
Rank: #33.
Twenhofel Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11846 Taylor Mill Rd
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-5559
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-5559
Grades: 6-8
| 794 students
Rank: #44.
Summit View Academy
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5006 Madison Pike
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 359-9600
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 359-9600
Grades: PK-8
| 1,343 students
Rank: #55.
Simon Kenton High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11132 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 960-0100
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 960-0100
Grades: 9-12
| 1,882 students
Rank: #66.
Beechgrove Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1029 Bristow Rd
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 371-1636
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 371-1636
Grades: PK-5
| 659 students
41051, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5006 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4700
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4700
Grades: PK-5
| 743 students
5002 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4800
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 363-4800
Grades: 6-8
| 716 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 41051, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 41051, KY include Kenton Elementary School, White's Tower Elementary School and Twenhofel Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 41051?
6 public schools are located in 41051.
What percentage of students in 41051 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 41051 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 41051?
41051 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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