For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 547 students in 42653, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 24 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 42653, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public school in 42653, KY is Whitley City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 42653 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42653, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42653, KY Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitley City Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2819 N Hwy 27
Whitley City, KY 42653
(606) 376-2690
Whitley City, KY 42653
(606) 376-2690
Gr: PK-5 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
42653, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2819 North Hwy 27
Whitley City, KY 42653
(606) 354-3590
Whitley City, KY 42653
(606) 354-3590
Gr: PK | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42653, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42653, KY include Whitley City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42653?
1 public schools are located in 42653.
What percentage of students in 42653 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 42653 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42653?
42653 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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