For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 2,671 students in 42276, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 43 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 42276, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 42276, KY are Cougar Virtual Academy, Logan County High School and Chandlers Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42276 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42276, KY have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kentucky public school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42276, KY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Cougar Virtual Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 Bowling Green Rd
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Grades: K-5
| 7 students
Rank: #22.
Logan County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2200 Bowling Green Rd
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Grades: 9-12
| 953 students
Rank: #33.
Chandlers Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6000 Morgantown Rd
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 542-4139
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 542-4139
Grades: PK-8
| 445 students
Rank: #44.
Russellville Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1101 W. 9th Street
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8428
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8428
Grades: 6-8
| 237 students
Rank: #55.
Russellville High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1101 W 9th St
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8421
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8421
Grades: 9-12
| 335 students
Rank: #66.
R E Stevenson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N Main St
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8425
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8425
Grades: K-5
| 481 students
Rank: #77.
The Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Bowling Green Road
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8454
Grades: 6-12
| 98 students
Rank: n/an/a
Logan County Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2400 Bowling Green Road
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8432
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8432
Grades: 8-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Russellville Primary Academy
Magnet School
1000 North Main Street
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-3927
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-3927
Grades: PK
| 115 students
42276, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Russellville Virtual Learning Academy (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
1101 West 9th St
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8421
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8421
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Virtual Learning Academy @russellville (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
335 S. Summer Street
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8405
Russellville, KY 42276
(270) 726-8405
Grades: PK-12
| 325 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42276, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42276, KY include Cougar Virtual Academy, Logan County High School and Chandlers Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42276?
9 public schools are located in 42276.
What percentage of students in 42276 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 42276 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42276?
42276 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Kentucky public schools average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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