For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
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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