For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 718 students in 42647, KY.
The top ranked public high school in 42647, KY is Mccreary Central High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 42647 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42647, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42647 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mccreary Central High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42647, KY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mccreary Central High 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
| 718 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 high schools in 42647, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42647, KY include Mccreary Central High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42647?
1 public high schools are located in 42647.
What is the racial composition of students in 42647?
42647 public high schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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