For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,509 students in 42503, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in 42503, KY are Pulaski County High School, Southwestern High School and Eagle Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42503 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42503, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42503 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pulaski County High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 27% (majority Black).
Best 42503, KY Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pulaski County High School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
511 University Dr
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1574
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1574
Grades: 9-12
| 1,209 students
Rank: #22.
Southwestern High School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1765 Wtlo Rd
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-9000
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 678-9000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,265 students
Rank: #33.
Eagle Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
300 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1303
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 679-1303
Grades: 6-12
| 35 students
42503, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Pulaski Central High School (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
500 Chandler St
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Somerset, KY 42503
(606) 677-9986
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 42503, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42503, KY include Pulaski County High School, Southwestern High School and Eagle Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 42503?
3 public high schools are located in 42503.
What is the racial composition of students in 42503?
42503 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 27% (majority Black).
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