For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 1,741 students in 41501, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 41501, KY are Pikeville High School, Pike County Day Treatment and Shelby Valley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 41501 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 41501, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 41501 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pike County Central 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41501, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pikeville High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
120 Championship Drive
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 432-0185
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 432-0185
Gr: 7-12 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Pike County Day Treatment
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5279 North Mayo Trail
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 433-9250
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 433-9250
Gr: 5-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Shelby Valley High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
125 Douglas Park
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 639-0033
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 639-0033
Gr: 9-12 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #44.
Northpoint Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5279 North Mayo Trail
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 433-9254
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 433-9254
Gr: 6-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Pike County Central High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Winners Circle Drive
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 432-4352
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 432-4352
Gr: 9-12 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
Millard Area Technology Center
Vocational School
7925 Millard Hwy
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 437-6059
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 437-6059
Gr: 8-12
Rank: n/an/a
Pike County Virtual Academy
Alternative School
100 Winners Circle Drive
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 432-7737
Pikeville, KY 41501
(606) 432-7737
Gr: 6-12 | 95 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 41501, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 41501, KY include Pikeville High School, Pike County Day Treatment and Shelby Valley High School.
How many public high schools are located in 41501?
7 public high schools are located in 41501.
What is the racial composition of students in 41501?
41501 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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