For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,154 students in 42141, KY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 42141, KY are Happy Valley Learning Center, Glasgow High School and Barren County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 42141 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Kentucky public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 44% statewide average). High schools in 42141, KY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 42141 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Kentucky average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Barren County High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Kentucky or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 42141, KY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Happy Valley Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
629 W Cherry St
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-3804
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-3804
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Glasgow High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1601 Columbia Ave
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-8801
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-8801
Gr: 9-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Barren County High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
507 Trojan Trail
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-6315
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-6315
Gr: 9-12 | 1,220 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
College Street Campus
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
304 E College Street
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 629-6554
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 629-6554
Gr: 6-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Success Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Columbia Ave
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-8801
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-8801
Gr: 6-12 | 64 students Student-teacher ratio: 64:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: n/an/a
Barren County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
491 Trojan Tr
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-2196
Glasgow, KY 42141
(270) 651-2196
Gr: 8-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 42141, KY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 42141, KY include Happy Valley Learning Center, Glasgow High School and Barren County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 42141?
7 public high schools are located in 42141.
What is the racial composition of students in 42141?
42141 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public high schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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