For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 739 students in 40071, KY.
The top ranked public middle schools in 40071, KY are Spencer County Middle School and Hillview Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 40071 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 40071, KY have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40071, KY Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Spencer County Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1263 Mt Washington Rd
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3260
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3260
Grades: 6-8
| 697 students
Rank: #22.
Hillview Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | 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
Grades: 1-12
| 42 students
40071, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
206 Reasor Ave
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3273
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3273
Grades: PK
| n/a students
110 Reasor Avenue
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-0301
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-0301
Grades: PK
| 15 students
110 Reasor Ave
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3210
Taylorsville, KY 40071
(502) 477-3210
Grades: PK
| 94 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 40071, KY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 40071, KY include Spencer County Middle School and Hillview Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 40071?
2 public middle schools are located in 40071.
What is the racial composition of students in 40071?
40071 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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