For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 531 students in 41179, KY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 41179, KY are Laurel Elementary School and Lewis County Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 41179 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Kentucky public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Elementary schools in 41179, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41179, KY Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Laurel Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
116 Laurel School Rd
Vanceburg, KY 41179
(606) 796-2214
Vanceburg, KY 41179
(606) 796-2214
Grades: PK-6
| 78 students
Rank: #22.
Lewis County Central Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
86 Walter Ave
Vanceburg, KY 41179
(606) 796-2831
Vanceburg, KY 41179
(606) 796-2831
Grades: PK-6
| 453 students
41179, Kentucky Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Foster Meade Vocational Education Center (Closed 2010)
Vocational School
N
Vanceburg, KY 41179
(606) 796-6106
Vanceburg, KY 41179
(606) 796-6106
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 41179, KY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 41179, KY include Laurel Elementary School and Lewis County Central Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 41179?
2 public elementary schools are located in 41179.
What is the racial composition of students in 41179?
41179 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public elementary schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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