For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,402 students in 40144, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 40144, KY are Breckinridge County Middle School and Breckinridge County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40144 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40144, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40144, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Breckinridge County Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1877 E. Highway 60
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-3060
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-3060
Gr: 6-8 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Breckinridge County High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2019 E. Highway 60
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-3080
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-3080
Gr: 9-12 | 882 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Breckinridge County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
1915 E Hwy 60
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-2138
Harned, KY 40144
(270) 756-2138
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40144, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40144, KY include Breckinridge County Middle School and Breckinridge County High School.
How many public schools are located in 40144?
3 public schools are located in 40144.
What is the racial composition of students in 40144?
40144 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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