For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 430 students in 42749, KY.
The top ranked public middle schools in 42749, KY are Legrande Elementary School and Caverna Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 42749 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 42749, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42749, KY Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Legrande Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
70 Legrande School Road
Horse Cave, KY 42749
(270) 786-2746
Horse Cave, KY 42749
(270) 786-2746
Grades: PK-8
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
Caverna Middle School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2276 S Dixie Hwy
Horse Cave, KY 42749
(270) 773-4665
Horse Cave, KY 42749
(270) 773-4665
Grades: 6-8
| 108 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 42749, KY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 42749, KY include Legrande Elementary School and Caverna Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 42749?
2 public middle schools are located in 42749.
What is the racial composition of students in 42749?
42749 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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