For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,323 students in 42724, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 42724, KY are Central Hardin High School, Lakewood Elementary School and Cecilia Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42724 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42724, 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), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42724, KY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Hardin High School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3040 Leitchfield Rd
Cecilia, KY 42724
(270) 737-6800
Cecilia, KY 42724
(270) 737-6800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,914 students
Rank: #22.
Lakewood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
265 Learning Place Ln
Cecilia, KY 42724
(270) 862-4516
Cecilia, KY 42724
(270) 862-4516
Grades: PK-5
| 459 students
Rank: #33.
Cecilia Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
931 E. Main St.
Cecilia, KY 42724
(270) 862-3287
Cecilia, KY 42724
(270) 862-3287
Grades: PK-5
| 441 students
Rank: #44.
West Hardin Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10471 Leitchfield Rd
Cecilia, KY 42724
(270) 862-3924
Cecilia, KY 42724
(270) 862-3924
Grades: 6-8
| 509 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42724, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42724, KY include Central Hardin High School, Lakewood Elementary School and Cecilia Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42724?
4 public schools are located in 42724.
What is the racial composition of students in 42724?
42724 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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