For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 284 students in 40419, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 45 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 40419, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in 40419, KY is Crab Orchard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 40419 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40419, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40419, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crab Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
383 Lancaster St
Crab Orchard, KY 40419
(606) 355-2331
Crab Orchard, KY 40419
(606) 355-2331
Grades: PK-5
| 284 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40419, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40419, KY include Crab Orchard Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40419?
1 public schools are located in 40419.
What percentage of students in 40419 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 40419 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40419?
40419 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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