For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 911 students in 41171, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 41171, KY are Elliott County Intermediate School, Elliott County High School and Elliott County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 41171 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 41171, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41171, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elliott County Intermediate School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
349 South Ky 7
Sandy Hook, KY 41171
(606) 738-8402
Sandy Hook, KY 41171
(606) 738-8402
Gr: 3-5 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Elliott County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
353 South Ky 7
Sandy Hook, KY 41171
(606) 738-8052
Sandy Hook, KY 41171
(606) 738-8052
Gr: 9-12 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Elliott County Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
351 South Ky 7
Sandy Hook, KY 41171
(606) 738-8102
Sandy Hook, KY 41171
(606) 738-8102
Gr: 6-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: n/an/a
155 Lakeside School Road
Sandy Hook, KY 41171
(606) 738-8202
Sandy Hook, KY 41171
(606) 738-8202
Gr: PK-2 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
41171, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
155 Lakeside School Road
Sandy Hook, KY 41171
(606) 738-8202
Sandy Hook, KY 41171
(606) 738-8202
Gr: PK-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 41171, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 41171, KY include Elliott County Intermediate School, Elliott County High School and Elliott County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 41171?
4 public schools are located in 41171.
What is the racial composition of students in 41171?
41171 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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