For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 532 students in Phelps, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in Phelps, KY are Phelps Elementary School and Phelps High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Phelps, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Phelps have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Phelps, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Phelps Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11672 Phelps 632 Rd
Phelps, KY 41553
(606) 456-7716
Phelps, KY 41553
(606) 456-7716
Gr: PK-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Phelps High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11580 Hwy 632
Phelps, KY 41553
(606) 456-3482
Phelps, KY 41553
(606) 456-3482
Gr: 7-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Phelps, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Phelps, KY include Phelps Elementary School and Phelps High School.
How many public schools are located in Phelps?
2 public schools are located in Phelps.
What is the racial composition of students in Phelps?
Phelps public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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