For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 63 students in 42086, KY.
The top-ranked public high school in 42086, KY is Mccracken Open Campus School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 42086 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42086, KY have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42086 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mccracken Open Campus School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42086, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mccracken Open Campus School
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4336 Metropolis Lake Road
West Paducah, KY 42086
(270) 538-4000
West Paducah, KY 42086
(270) 538-4000
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 63:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
42086, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4330 Metropolis Lake Rd
West Paducah, KY 42086
(270) 538-4090
West Paducah, KY 42086
(270) 538-4090
Gr: 9-12 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 42086, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 42086, KY include Mccracken Open Campus School.
How many public high schools are located in 42086?
1 public high schools are located in 42086.
What is the racial composition of students in 42086?
42086 public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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