For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 424 students in 40440, KY.
The top-ranked public school in 40440, KY is Junction City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 40440 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40440, KY have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40440, KY Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Junction City Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
250 School St
Junction City, KY 40440
(859) 936-7524
Junction City, KY 40440
(859) 936-7524
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40440, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40440, KY include Junction City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 40440?
1 public schools are located in 40440.
What is the racial composition of students in 40440?
40440 public schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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