For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,635 students in 40380, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 40380, KY are Powell County Academy, Stanton Elementary School and Bowen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40380 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40380, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40380, KY Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Powell County Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
642 Rose Way
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3505
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3505
Gr: 6-12 | 38 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1
Rank: #22.
Stanton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
651 Breckinridge St
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3311
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3311
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Bowen Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5099 Campton Rd
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3313
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3313
Gr: PK-5 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #44.
Powell County High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 W College Ave
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3320
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3320
Gr: 9-12 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Powell County Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
770 W College Ave
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3308
Stanton, KY 40380
(606) 663-3308
Gr: 6-8 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40380, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40380, KY include Powell County Academy, Stanton Elementary School and Bowen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40380?
5 public schools are located in 40380.
What is the racial composition of students in 40380?
40380 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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