For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,590 students in 41240, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 61 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 41240, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 41240, KY are Johnson Central High School, Johnson County Middle School and Paintsville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 41240 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 41240, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41240, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnson Central High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
257 North Mayo Trail
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2500
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 888 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Johnson County Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
251 N Mayo Tr
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-4133
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-4133
Gr: 7-8 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Paintsville Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
325 2nd St
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2651
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2651
Gr: PK-6 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Paintsville High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
225 2nd St
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2656
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2656
Gr: 7-12 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1715 Euclid Ave
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2541
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2541
Gr: PK-6 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #66.
Johnson County Eagle Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
257 North Mayo Trail
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2077
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2077
Gr: K-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 53:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: n/an/a
Kentucky Tech - Mayo Regional Tech Center
Vocational School
513 3rd Street
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-5321
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-5321
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
Mayo Technical College
Vocational School
513 Third Street
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-5321
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-5321
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 41240, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 41240, KY include Johnson Central High School, Johnson County Middle School and Paintsville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 41240?
8 public schools are located in 41240.
What percentage of students in 41240 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 41240 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 41240?
41240 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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