For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,040 students in 42754, KY (there are 5 private schools, serving 148 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 42754, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 42754, KY are Oran P Lawler Elementary School, Grayson County Middle School and H W Wilkey Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42754 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42754, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42754, KY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Oran P Lawler Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
100 Charlie Crain Lane
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-9322
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-9322
Grades: PK-5
| 413 students
Rank: #22.
Grayson County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
726 John Hill Taylor Dr
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-4175
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-4175
Grades: 6-8
| 839 students
Rank: #33.
H W Wilkey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
130 Wallace Ave
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-4058
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-4058
Grades: PK-5
| 525 students
Rank: #44.
Grayson County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
340 Schoolhouse Rd
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-4078
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-4078
Grades: 9-12
| 1,252 students
Rank: n/an/a
Grayson Co. Alternative Education
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
340 Schoolhouse Road
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-2800
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-2800
Grades: 6-12
| 11 students
Rank: n/an/a
grayson county area vocational Educational center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
252 Schoolhouse Rd
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-3195
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-3195
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Grayson County Schools Preschool Center
Magnet School
130 Wallace Avenue
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-4058
Leitchfield, KY 42754
(270) 259-4058
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42754, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42754, KY include Oran P Lawler Elementary School, Grayson County Middle School and H W Wilkey Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42754?
7 public schools are located in 42754.
What percentage of students in 42754 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 42754 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42754?
42754 public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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