For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,435 students in 40336, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40336, KY are Estill County Success Academy, West Irvine Elementary School and Estill County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40336 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40336, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40336, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Estill County Success Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
253 Main St
Irvine, KY 40336
(606) 723-2181
Irvine, KY 40336
(606) 723-2181
Gr: 6-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
West Irvine Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
155 Riverview Rd
Irvine, KY 40336
(606) 723-4800
Irvine, KY 40336
(606) 723-4800
Gr: K-5 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Estill County Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
51 Patriot Dr.
Irvine, KY 40336
(606) 723-5136
Irvine, KY 40336
(606) 723-5136
Gr: 6-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
314 Main St
Irvine, KY 40336
(606) 723-7703
Irvine, KY 40336
(606) 723-7703
Gr: K-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
40336, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Shadow Mountain Academy Alternative School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
6930 Winchester Rd
Irvine, KY 40336
(606) 723-3977
Irvine, KY 40336
(606) 723-3977
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 40336, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 40336, KY include Estill County Success Academy, West Irvine Elementary School and Estill County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40336?
4 public elementary schools are located in 40336.
What is the racial composition of students in 40336?
40336 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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