For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,529 students in 42642, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 42642, KY are Russell Springs Elementary School, Salem Elementary School and Russell County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42642 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42642, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42642, KY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Russell Springs Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1554 N Hwy 127
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-3587
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-3587
Grades: PK-5
| 625 students
Rank: #22.
Salem Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1409 S Hwy 76
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-6197
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-6197
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #33.
Russell County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2258 S Hwy 127
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-2224
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-2224
Grades: 6-8
| 677 students
Rank: #44.
Russell County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2166 S Hwy 127
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-3341
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-3341
Grades: 9-12
| 832 students
Rank: n/an/a
Lake Cumberland Area Technology Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2330 Highway 127 South
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-6175
Russell Springs, KY 42642
(270) 866-6175
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42642, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42642, KY include Russell Springs Elementary School, Salem Elementary School and Russell County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 42642?
5 public schools are located in 42642.
What is the racial composition of students in 42642?
42642 public schools minority enrollment is 17% 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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