For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,249 students in 42351, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 42351, KY are Hancock County High School, Hancock County Middle School and North Hancock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42351 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42351, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42351, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hancock County High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
80 State Rt 271 S
Lewisport, KY 42351
(270) 927-6953
Lewisport, KY 42351
(270) 927-6953
Gr: 9-12 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Hancock County Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 State Rt 271 South
Lewisport, KY 42351
(270) 927-6712
Lewisport, KY 42351
(270) 927-6712
Gr: 6-8 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
North Hancock Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
330 Frank Luttrell Rd
Lewisport, KY 42351
(270) 927-7900
Lewisport, KY 42351
(270) 927-7900
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
42351, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 Second St
Lewisport, KY 42351
(270) 295-3341
Lewisport, KY 42351
(270) 295-3341
Gr: K-5 | 227 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42351, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42351, KY include Hancock County High School, Hancock County Middle School and North Hancock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 42351?
3 public schools are located in 42351.
What is the racial composition of students in 42351?
42351 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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