For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 454 students in 42602, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in 42602, KY are Foothills Academy and Clinton 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 42602 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42602, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42602 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clinton 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42602, KY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Foothills Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
107 Foothill Academy Spur
Albany, KY 42602
(606) 387-4673
Albany, KY 42602
(606) 387-4673
Gr: 6-12 | 21 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Clinton County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
65 High School Dr
Albany, KY 42602
(606) 387-5569
Albany, KY 42602
(606) 387-5569
Gr: 9-12 | 433 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Southern Kentucky Early Cca
Vocational School
1273 Ky Hwy 90
Albany, KY 42602
(606) 387-6448
Albany, KY 42602
(606) 387-6448
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 42602, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 42602, KY include Foothills Academy and Clinton County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42602?
3 public high schools are located in 42602.
What is the racial composition of students in 42602?
42602 public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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