Best 42539 Kentucky Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 615 students in 42539, KY.
The top-ranked public high school in 42539, KY is Casey County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42539 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42539, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42539 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Casey County High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 42539, KY Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Casey County High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1841 E Ky 70
Liberty, KY 42539
(606) 787-6151
Gr: 9-12 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Casey County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
1723 East Ky 70
Liberty, KY 42539
(606) 787-6241
Gr: 8-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 42539 Kentucky

42539, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
7545 Ky 49
Liberty, KY 42539
(606) 787-7649
Gr: K-6 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
8349 W Ky 70
Liberty, KY 42539
(606) 787-6976
Gr: PK-6 | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 42539, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 42539, KY include Casey County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42539?
2 public high schools are located in 42539.
What is the racial composition of students in 42539?
42539 public high schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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