For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 204 students in 42461, KY.
The top ranked public school in 42461, KY is Uniontown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 42461 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42461, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42461, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Uniontown Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 Walnut St
Uniontown, KY 42461
(270) 822-4462
Uniontown, KY 42461
(270) 822-4462
Gr: K-5 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
42461, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Raymond Junior High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
516 Main St
Uniontown, KY 42461
(270) 822-5027
Uniontown, KY 42461
(270) 822-5027
Gr: 6-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42461, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42461, KY include Uniontown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42461?
1 public schools are located in 42461.
What is the racial composition of students in 42461?
42461 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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