For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 717 students in Clinton, KY.
The top ranked public schools in Clinton, KY are Hickman County Elementary School and Hickman County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clinton, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Clinton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clinton, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Hickman County Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
416 Mcmorris St
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4067
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4067
Gr: PK-6 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Hickman County High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 James H Phillips Dr
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4044
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4044
Gr: 7-12 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clinton, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Clinton, KY include Hickman County Elementary School and Hickman County High School.
How many public schools are located in Clinton?
2 public schools are located in Clinton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clinton?
Clinton public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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