For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 346 students in 42442, KY.
The top ranked public middle school in 42442, KY is South Hopkins Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 42442 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Kentucky public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Middle schools in 42442, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public middle school average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42442, KY Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Hopkins Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9140 Hopkinsville Rd
Nortonville, KY 42442
(270) 825-6125
Nortonville, KY 42442
(270) 825-6125
Grades: 6-8
| 346 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 42442, KY?
The top ranked public middle schools in 42442, KY include South Hopkins Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 42442?
1 public middle schools are located in 42442.
What is the racial composition of students in 42442?
42442 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public middle schools average of 26% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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