For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 318 students in 41653, KY.
The top-ranked public middle school in 41653, KY is James D. Adams Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 41653 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 41653, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41653, KY Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James D. Adams Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2520 S Lake Dr
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-2671
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-2671
Gr: 6-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
106 North Front Avenue
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-2354
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-2354
Gr: K-8 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
41653, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Carl D Perkins Job Corp Academy Alternative School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
478 Meadows Br. Rd
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-1037
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-1037
2520 S Lake Dr
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-2487
Prestonsburg, KY 41653
(606) 886-2487
Gr: PK-5 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 41653, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 41653, KY include James D. Adams Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 41653?
2 public middle schools are located in 41653.
What is the racial composition of students in 41653?
41653 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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