For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,030 students in 40117, KY.
The top ranked public schools in 40117, KY are Flaherty Primary School, Flaherty Elementary School and Ekron Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40117 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40117, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40117, KY Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Flaherty Primary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2635 Flaherty Rd.
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7575
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7575
Grades: PK-3
| 411 students
Rank: #22.
Flaherty Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2615 Flaherty Rd
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7565
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7565
Grades: 4-6
| 266 students
Rank: #33.
Ekron Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2500 Hayesville Rd
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7570
Ekron, KY 40117
(270) 422-7570
Grades: K-6
| 353 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 40117, KY?
The top ranked public schools in 40117, KY include Flaherty Primary School, Flaherty Elementary School and Ekron Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40117?
3 public schools are located in 40117.
What is the racial composition of students in 40117?
40117 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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