For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 736 students in 40447, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40447, KY are Mckee Elementary School and Jackson County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 40447 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 40447, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40447, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mckee Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1005 Hwy. 89 N
Mc Kee, KY 40447
(606) 287-7157
Mc Kee, KY 40447
(606) 287-7157
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Jackson County Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
139 Hwy 587
Mc Kee, KY 40447
(606) 287-8351
Mc Kee, KY 40447
(606) 287-8351
Gr: 6-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
40447, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jackson County Alternative School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
Us Hwy 421 South
Mc Kee, KY 40447
(606) 287-4950
Mc Kee, KY 40447
(606) 287-4950
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 40447, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 40447, KY include Mckee Elementary School and Jackson County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 40447?
2 public elementary schools are located in 40447.
What is the racial composition of students in 40447?
40447 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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