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Best 41240 Kentucky Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 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 Central High School, Johnson County Middle School and Paintsville Elementary 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 38% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), 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 (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Johnson Central High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
257 North Mayo Trail
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Johnson County Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
251 N Mayo Tr
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-4133
Gr: 7-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Paintsville Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
325 2nd St
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2651
Gr: PK-6 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Paintsville High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
225 2nd St
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2656
Gr: 7-12 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1715 Euclid Ave
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2541
Gr: PK-6 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #66.
Johnson County Eagle Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
257 North Mayo Trail
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2077
Gr: K-12 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 50:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: n/an/a
Kentucky Tech - Mayo Regional Tech Center
Vocational School
513 3rd Street
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-5321
Gr: Inquire with school
Rank: n/an/a
Mayo Technical College
Vocational School
513 Third Street
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-5321
Gr: Inquire with school
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 41240 Kentucky

41240, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Paintsville Head Start (Closed 2023)
305 Second St
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2651
Gr: PK
Tiger Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
225 2nd Street
Paintsville, KY 41240
(606) 789-2656
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 41240, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 41240, KY include Johnson Central High School, Johnson County Middle School and Paintsville Elementary 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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