For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 809 students in 40962, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 40962, KY are Clay County High School and Horse Creek Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40962 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40962, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40962 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clay County High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40962, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay County High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
415 Clay Co High Rd
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3737
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3737
Gr: 9-12 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Horse Creek Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
239 Richmond Rd
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-1601
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-1601
Gr: 3-12 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: n/an/a
Clay County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
1097 North Hwy 11
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-2194
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-2194
Gr: 8-12
40962, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1983 South Highway 421
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-2189
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-2189
Gr: PK | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
1342 South Hwy. 421
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3607
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3607
Gr: K-6 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
1203 N Hwy 11
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3390
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-3390
Gr: K-6 | 155 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40962, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40962, KY include Clay County High School and Horse Creek Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 40962?
3 public high schools are located in 40962.
What is the racial composition of students in 40962?
40962 public high schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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