For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,048 students in 42134, KY (there are , serving 43 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 42134, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 42134, KY are Simpson Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Franklin-simpson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42134 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42134, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42134, KY Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Simpson Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
721 Witt Rd
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-4414
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-4414
Gr: 1-3 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 John J. Johnson Ave
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-7133
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-7133
Gr: 4-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Franklin-simpson High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 S College St
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-3273
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-3273
Gr: 9-12 | 858 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Franklin-simpson Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
322 S College St
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-4401
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-4401
Gr: 6-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Franklin-simpson High School West Campus
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
229 Jokers Phillips Way
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-2039
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-2039
Gr: 6-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: n/an/a
211 S Main St
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-3241
Franklin, KY 42134
(270) 586-3241
Gr: PK-K | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 42134, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 42134, KY include Simpson Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School and Franklin-simpson High School.
How many public schools are located in 42134?
6 public schools are located in 42134.
What percentage of students in 42134 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 42134 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42134?
42134 public schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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