For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 449 students in 40831, KY.
The top-ranked public high school in 40831, KY is Harlan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 40831 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40831, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40831 have a Graduation Rate of 75%, which is less than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Harlan High School, with 70-79% 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 Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40831, KY Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harlan High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
420 E Central St
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-8750
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-8750
Gr: 5-12 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
40831, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
279 Ball Park Rd
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Harlan, KY 40831
(606) 573-5029
Gr: 9-12 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 40831, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 40831, KY include Harlan High School.
How many public high schools are located in 40831?
1 public high schools are located in 40831.
What is the racial composition of students in 40831?
40831 public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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