For the 2025 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 (2025)
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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