For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,158 students in 40744, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 40744, KY are South Laurel High School and Mcdaniel Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40744 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40744, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40744 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Laurel 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40744, KY Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Laurel High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 South Laurel Rd
London, KY 40744
(606) 862-4727
London, KY 40744
(606) 862-4727
Gr: 9-12 | 1,121 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Mcdaniel Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
275 South Laurel Rd.
London, KY 40744
(606) 862-4781
London, KY 40744
(606) 862-4781
Gr: 9-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
40744, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Laurel Technical College High School (Closed 2014)
Vocational School
235 South Laurel Rd
London, KY 40744
(606) 864-7311
London, KY 40744
(606) 864-7311
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40744, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40744, KY include South Laurel High School and Mcdaniel Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 40744?
2 public high schools are located in 40744.
What is the racial composition of students in 40744?
40744 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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