For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 598 students in 41171, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 41171, KY are Elliott County Intermediate School and Elliott County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 41171 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 41171, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41171, KY Public Elementary 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 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
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 elementary schools in 41171, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 41171, KY include Elliott County Intermediate School and Elliott County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 41171?
3 public elementary schools are located in 41171.
What is the racial composition of students in 41171?
41171 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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