For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,420 students in 42276, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 43 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 42276, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 42276, KY are Logan County High School, Chandlers Elementary School and Russellville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42276 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42276, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42276, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Logan County High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2200 Bowling Green Rd
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Gr: 9-12 | 918 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Chandlers Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6000 Morgantown Rd
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 542-4139
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 542-4139
Gr: PK-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Russellville High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1101 W 9th St
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8421
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8421
Gr: 9-12 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Russellville Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1101 W. 9th Street
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8428
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8428
Gr: 6-8 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
R E Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N Main St
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8425
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8425
Gr: K-5 | 459 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
The Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Bowling Green Road
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Gr: 6-12 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 69:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Logan County Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
2400 Bowling Green Road
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8432
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8432
Gr: 8-12
Rank: n/an/a
Russellville Innovation Academy
Alternative School
1103 W 9th St
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8426
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8426
Gr: 7-10
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42276, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42276, KY include Logan County High School, Chandlers Elementary School and Russellville High School.
How many public schools are located in 42276?
8 public schools are located in 42276.
What percentage of students in 42276 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 42276 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42276?
42276 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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