For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 117 students in 40940, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 34 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 40940, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public school in 40940, KY is Frakes School Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 40940 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40940, KY have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 40940, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frakes School Center
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
29 Henderson Settlement Loop
Frakes, KY 40940
(606) 337-2921
Frakes, KY 40940
(606) 337-2921
Gr: PK-8 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 40940, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40940, KY include Frakes School Center.
How many public schools are located in 40940?
1 public schools are located in 40940.
What percentage of students in 40940 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 40940 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 40940?
40940 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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