For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,981 students in 42001, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in 42001, KY are Mccracken Regional School and Mccracken County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42001 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42001, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42001 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mccracken County High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42001, KY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mccracken Regional School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
501 County Park Rd
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 575-7127
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 575-7127
Gr: 4-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Mccracken County High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6601 Us Hwy 60
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4000
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,958 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
42001, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
225 John East Robinson Ave
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4150
Paducah, KY 42001
(270) 538-4150
Gr: 9-12 | 893 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 42001, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42001, KY include Mccracken Regional School and Mccracken County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42001?
2 public high schools are located in 42001.
What is the racial composition of students in 42001?
42001 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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