For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,244 students in 42501, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 42501, KY are Hopkins Elementary School, Southern Elementary School and Southern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42501 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42501, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42501, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hopkins Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
210 May St
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 678-8707
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 678-8707
Gr: PK-4 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Southern Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
198 Enterprise Dr
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 678-5229
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 678-5229
Gr: K-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
Southern Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Enterprise Dr
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 679-6855
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 679-6855
Gr: 6-8 | 871 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Somerset High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 College St
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 678-4721
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 678-4721
Gr: 9-12 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Meece Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
210 Barnett St
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 678-5821
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 678-5821
Gr: 5-8 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Pulaski County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
3865 S Hwy 27
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 678-2998
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 678-2998
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 42501, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42501, KY include Hopkins Elementary School, Southern Elementary School and Southern Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 42501?
6 public schools are located in 42501.
What is the racial composition of students in 42501?
42501 public schools minority enrollment is 17% 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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