For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,021 students in Calhoun, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in Calhoun, KY are Mclean County Middle School, Calhoun Elementary School and Mclean County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Calhoun, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Calhoun have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Calhoun, KY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mclean County Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1901 Hwy 136 E
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5191
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5191
Gr: 6-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Calhoun Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
755 Main St
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-3264
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-3264
Gr: PK-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Mclean County High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1859 Hwy 136 E
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5278
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5278
Gr: 9-12 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Mclean County Alternative Center
Alternative School
310 West 7th Street
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5257
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5257
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Calhoun, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Calhoun, KY include Mclean County Middle School, Calhoun Elementary School and Mclean County High School.
How many public schools are located in Calhoun?
4 public schools are located in Calhoun.
What is the racial composition of students in Calhoun?
Calhoun public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public schools in Calhoun are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Calhoun include: Mclean County High School vs. Mclean County Middle School
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