For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,339 students in 42647, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 42647, KY are Mccreary Central High School and Mccreary County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42647 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42647, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 27% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42647, KY Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mccreary Central High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Raider Way
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5051
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5051
Grades: 9-12
| 734 students
Rank: #22.
Mccreary County Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
180 Raider Way
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5081
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5081
Grades: 6-8
| 605 students
42647, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Mccreary Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
400 Raider Way
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-1477
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-1477
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
30 Smithtown School Rd
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-2222
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-2222
Grades: K-5
| 148 students
145 Hume Dr
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5385
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5385
Grades: K-5
| 230 students
180 Raider Way
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5081
Stearns, KY 42647
(606) 376-5081
Grades: 6-8
| 442 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42647, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42647, KY include Mccreary Central High School and Mccreary County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 42647?
2 public schools are located in 42647.
What is the racial composition of students in 42647?
42647 public schools minority enrollment is 2% 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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