For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,970 students in 40977, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 40977, KY are Bell County High School, Bell Central School Center and Pineville Independent School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40977 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40977, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% 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 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40977, KY Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bell County High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9824 Us Highway 25 E
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-7061
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-7061
Gr: 9-12 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Bell Central School Center
(Math: 41% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9821 Us 25-e
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-3104
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-3104
Gr: PK-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #33.
Pineville Independent School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Virginia Avenue
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-5701
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-5701
Gr: PK-12 | 569 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Page School Center
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
239 Page School Road
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-5207
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-5207
Gr: PK-8 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: n/an/a
Bell County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
9828 Us Hwy. 25-e
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-3094
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-3094
Gr: 8-12
Rank: n/an/a
Cumberland Technical College
Vocational School
3300 Hwy 25e South
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-3106
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-3106
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
Cumberland Valley Health Tech Center
Vocational School
Us Highway 25e South
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-3106
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-3106
Gr: Inquire with school
40977, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bell County Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
9828 Us Hwy 25e Second Floor
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-0957
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-0957
Gr: 4-12
Bell County Education Center (Closed 2014)
Vocational School
560 Correctional Dr
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-7065
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-7065
Gr: 9-12
401 Virginia Ave
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-3412
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-3412
Gr: PK-6 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
401 Virginia Ave
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-2361
Pineville, KY 40977
(606) 337-2361
Gr: 7-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40977, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40977, KY include Bell County High School, Bell Central School Center and Pineville Independent School.
How many public schools are located in 40977?
7 public schools are located in 40977.
What is the racial composition of students in 40977?
40977 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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