For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 892 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41171, KY Public Schools (2026)
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 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
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 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
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 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
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 3% 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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