For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,297 students in 41701, KY.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 41701, KY are West Perry Elementary School, Perry County Alternative School and Cordia School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 41701 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 41701, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41701, KY Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Perry Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
72 Miss Edna Lane
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 439-6438
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 439-6438
Gr: PK-8 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Perry County Alternative School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
72 Edna Lane
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 436-4932
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 436-4932
Gr: K-8 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Rank: #33.
Cordia School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6050 Lotts Creek Road
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 785-4457
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 785-4457
Gr: PK-12 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
Hazard Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
325 School Street
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 436-4421
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 436-4421
Gr: 5-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
East Perry County Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
301 Perry Circle Rd
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 436-3423
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 436-3423
Gr: PK-8 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #66.
Roy G. Eversole Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Broadway
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 436-4721
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 436-4721
Gr: PK-4 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
41701, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6050 Lotts Creek Rd
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 785-4457
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 785-4457
Gr: PK-6 | 102 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
6060 Lotts Creek Rd
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 785-4457
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 785-4457
Gr: 7-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
41 Runway Ave
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 436-3423
Hazard, KY 41701
(606) 436-3423
Gr: PK-6 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 41701, KY?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 41701, KY include West Perry Elementary School, Perry County Alternative School and Cordia School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 41701?
6 public elementary schools are located in 41701.
What is the racial composition of students in 41701?
41701 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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