Best 41653 Kentucky Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 892 students in 41653, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 41653, KY are James D. Adams Middle School and Prestonsburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 41653 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 41653, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 41653, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James D. Adams Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2520 S Lake Dr
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-2671
Gr: 6-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Prestonsburg Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
140 S Clark Dr.
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-3891
Gr: PK-5 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
106 North Front Avenue
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-2354
Gr: K-8 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 41653, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 41653, KY include James D. Adams Middle School and Prestonsburg Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 41653?
3 public elementary schools are located in 41653.
What is the racial composition of students in 41653?
41653 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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