For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 473 students in 40380, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40380, KY are Powell County Academy and Powell County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40380 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40380, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40380, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)
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.
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 middle schools in 40380, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40380, KY include Powell County Academy and Powell County Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 40380?
2 public middle schools are located in 40380.
What is the racial composition of students in 40380?
40380 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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