For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,962 students in 41051, KY (there are 4 private schools, serving 622 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 41051, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 41051, KY are Kenton Elementary School, White's Tower Elementary School and Twenhofel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 41051 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 41051, KY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 41051, KY Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kenton Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11246 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-3781
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-3781
Gr: PK-5 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
White's Tower Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2977 Harris Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-9668
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-9668
Gr: PK-5 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Twenhofel Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11846 Taylor Mill Rd
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-5559
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 356-5559
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Simon Kenton High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11132 Madison Pk
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 960-0100
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 960-0100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,893 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Summit View Academy
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5006 Madison Pike
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 359-9600
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 359-9600
Gr: PK-8 | 1,324 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
Beechgrove Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1029 Bristow Rd
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 371-1636
Independence, KY 41051
(859) 371-1636
Gr: PK-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 41051, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 41051, KY include Kenton Elementary School, White's Tower Elementary School and Twenhofel Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 41051?
6 public schools are located in 41051.
What percentage of students in 41051 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 41051 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 41051?
41051 public schools minority enrollment is 14% 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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