For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,039 students in 42024, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 42024, KY are Ballard Memorial High School, Ballard County Elementary School and Ballard County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42024 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42024, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42024, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ballard Memorial High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 9-12
| 265 students
Rank: #22.
Ballard County Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3383 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: K-5
| 463 students
Rank: #33.
Ballard County Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3561 Paducah Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 6-8
| 221 students
Rank: n/an/a
3383 Paducah Road
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: PK
| 90 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ballard County Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
11 Vocational School Rd
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Barlow, KY 42024
(270) 665-8400
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42024, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42024, KY include Ballard Memorial High School, Ballard County Elementary School and Ballard County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 42024?
5 public schools are located in 42024.
What is the racial composition of students in 42024?
42024 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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