For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,013 students in 40071, KY.
The top ranked public high schools in 40071, KY are Spencer County High School and Hillview Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 40071 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 40071, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 40071 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Spencer County High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40071, KY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Spencer County High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
520 Taylorsville Rd
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3255
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3255
Gr: 9-12 | 971 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Hillview Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
404 Main Cross St
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-1530
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-1530
Gr: 1-12 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
40071, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
206 Reasor Ave
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3273
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3273
Gr: PK
110 Reasor Avenue
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-0301
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-0301
Gr: PK | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
110 Reasor Ave
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3210
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3210
Gr: PK | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 40071, KY?
The top ranked public high schools in 40071, KY include Spencer County High School and Hillview Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 40071?
2 public high schools are located in 40071.
What is the racial composition of students in 40071?
40071 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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