For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 633 students in 42647, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 42647, KY is Mccreary County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 42647 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 42647, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42647, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mccreary County Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
180 Raider Way
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5081
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5081
Gr: 6-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
42647, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mccreary Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
400 Raider Way
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-1477
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-1477
Gr: 6-12
30 Smithtown School Rd
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-2222
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-2222
Gr: K-5 | 148 students
145 Hume Dr
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5385
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5385
Gr: K-5 | 230 students
180 Raider Way
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5081
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5081
Gr: 6-8 | 442 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 42647, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 42647, KY include Mccreary County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 42647?
1 public elementary schools are located in 42647.
What is the racial composition of students in 42647?
42647 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 30% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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