For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,021 students in Calhoun, KY.
The top ranked public schools in Calhoun, KY are Calhoun Elementary School, Mclean County Middle 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 47% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), 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 (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
Rank: #22.
Mclean County Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1901 Hwy 136 E
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5191
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5191
Grades: 6-8
| 324 students
Rank: #33.
Mclean County High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1859 Hwy 136 E
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5278
Calhoun, KY 42327
(270) 273-5278
Grades: 9-12
| 405 students
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
Grades: 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 Calhoun Elementary School, Mclean County Middle 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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