For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 675 students in 42261, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 42261, KY are Butler County Learning Center and Butler 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 42261 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42261, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42261 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Butler 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42261, KY Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Butler County Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
178 Academic Way
Morgantown, KY 42261
(270) 526-2264
Morgantown, KY 42261
(270) 526-2264
Gr: 6-12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Butler County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1852 S. Main Street
Morgantown, KY 42261
(270) 526-2204
Morgantown, KY 42261
(270) 526-2204
Gr: 9-12 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: n/an/a
Butler Co. Area Technology Center
Vocational School
179 Academic Way
Morgantown, KY 42261
(270) 999-2791
Morgantown, KY 42261
(270) 999-2791
Gr: 8-12
42261, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5435 Caneyville Rd
Morgantown, KY 42261
(270) 526-3335
Morgantown, KY 42261
(270) 526-3335
Gr: PK-5 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 42261, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 42261, KY include Butler County Learning Center and Butler County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42261?
3 public high schools are located in 42261.
What is the racial composition of students in 42261?
42261 public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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