For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 739 students in 40071, KY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40071, KY are Spencer County Middle School and Hillview Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40071 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40071, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40071, KY Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spencer County Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1263 Mt Washington Rd
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3260
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3260
Gr: 6-8 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Hillview Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
404 Main Cross St
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-1530
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-1530
Gr: 1-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
40071, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
206 Reasor Ave
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3273
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3273
Gr: PK
110 Reasor Avenue
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-0301
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-0301
Gr: PK | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
110 Reasor Ave
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3210
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3210
Gr: PK | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 40071, KY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 40071, KY include Spencer County Middle School and Hillview Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 40071?
2 public middle schools are located in 40071.
What is the racial composition of students in 40071?
40071 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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