For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,716 students in Mayfield, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in Mayfield, KY are Mayfield Youth Development Center, Mayfield High School and Graves County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Mayfield, KY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in Mayfield have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public high schools.
Mayfield, KY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Graves County High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Mayfield, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mayfield Youth Development Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3179 State Rt 45 S
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-9609
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-9609
Gr: 6-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Mayfield High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
700 Douthitt St
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-4461
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-4461
Gr: 9-12 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Graves County High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1220 Eagles Way
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-6242
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-6242
Gr: 9-12 | 1,145 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
Mayfield/graves County Area Tech Center
Vocational School
710 Douthitt Street
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-4710
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-4710
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Mayfield, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Mayfield, KY include Mayfield Youth Development Center, Mayfield High School and Graves County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Mayfield?
5 public high schools are located in Mayfield.
What is the racial composition of students in Mayfield?
Mayfield public high schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Mayfield are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Mayfield include: Mayfield High School vs. Graves County High School, Graves County High School vs. Mayfield High School
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