For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 3,136 students in 40351, KY (there are 3 private schools, serving 269 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 40351, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 40351, KY are Morehead Youth Development Center, Rodburn Elementary School and Rowan County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40351 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40351, KY have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40351, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morehead Youth Development Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
495 Forest Hills Drive
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 783-8575
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 783-8575
Gr: 7-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Rodburn Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
91 Christy Creek Rd
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-3000
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-3000
Gr: K-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Rowan County Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
555 Viking Drive
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-8911
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-8911
Gr: 6-8 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Mcbrayer Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
550 Viking Dr
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-1204
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-1204
Gr: K-5 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Tilden Hogge Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5955 Cranston Rd
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-4604
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-4604
Gr: K-5 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #66.
Rowan County Senior High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
499 Viking Drive
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-8956
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-8956
Gr: 9-12 | 904 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: n/an/a
Morehead Transition Academy
Alternative School
495 Forest Hills Drive
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 783-8565
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 783-8565
Gr: 5-12
Rank: n/an/a
Rowan Academy - Bluegrass Discovery
Alternative School
551 Viking Drive
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 780-9992
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 780-9992
Gr: 6-12 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
551 Viking Drive
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 780-9992
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 780-9992
Gr: K-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
551 Viking Drive
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-7721
Morehead, KY 40351
(606) 784-7721
Gr: PK | 172 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40351, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40351, KY include Morehead Youth Development Center, Rodburn Elementary School and Rowan County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 40351?
10 public schools are located in 40351.
What percentage of students in 40351 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 40351 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40351?
40351 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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