For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,615 students in 41240, KY (there are , serving 61 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 41240, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 41240, KY are Johnson County Middle School, Johnson Central High School and Paintsville High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 41240 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 41240, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41240, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Johnson County Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
251 N Mayo Tr
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-4133
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-4133
Grades: 7-8
| 443 students
Rank: #22.
Johnson Central High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
257 North Mayo Trail
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2500
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2500
Grades: 9-12
| 913 students
Rank: #33.
Paintsville High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
225 2nd St
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2656
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2656
Grades: 7-12
| 321 students
Rank: #44.
Paintsville Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
325 2nd St
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2651
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2651
Grades: PK-6
| 453 students
Rank: #55.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1715 Euclid Ave
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2541
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2541
Grades: PK-6
| 336 students
Rank: #66.
Johnson County Eagle Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
257 North Mayo Trail
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2077
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2077
Grades: K-12
| 149 students
Rank: n/an/a
Kentucky Tech - Mayo Regional Tech Center
Vocational School
513 3rd Street
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-5321
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-5321
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Mayo Technical College
Vocational School
513 Third Street
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-5321
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-5321
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
41240, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
305 Second St
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2651
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2651
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Tiger Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
225 2nd Street
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2656
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2656
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 41240, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 41240, KY include Johnson County Middle School, Johnson Central High School and Paintsville High School.
How many public schools are located in 41240?
8 public schools are located in 41240.
What percentage of students in 41240 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 41240 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 41240?
41240 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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