For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,153 students in 40977, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 40977, KY are Bell County High School and Pineville Independent School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40977 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40977, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40977 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is equal to the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bell County 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 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40977, KY Public High Schools (2026-27)
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 | 622 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
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 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
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
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 high schools in 40977, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40977, KY include Bell County High School and Pineville Independent School.
How many public high schools are located in 40977?
3 public high schools are located in 40977.
What is the racial composition of students in 40977?
40977 public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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