Best 42066 Kentucky Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,962 students in 42066, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 94 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 42066, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 42066, KY are Farmington Elementary School, Sedalia Elementary School and Mayfield Youth Development Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 42066 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 42066, KY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 42066, KY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Farmington Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
7730 State Rt 121 S
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-4830
Gr: PK-6 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Sedalia Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5252 St. Rt 97
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-4850
Gr: PK-6 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Mayfield Youth Development Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3179 State Rt 45 S
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-9609
Gr: 6-12 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Graves County Central Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2262 State Rt 121 N
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-4901
Gr: PK-6 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Graves County Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
625 Jimtown Rd
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-4890
Gr: 7-8 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Mayfield Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1004 Backusburg Rd
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-8696
Gr: PK-4 | 987 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #77.
Mayfield High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
700 Douthitt St
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-4461
Gr: 9-12 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #88.
Graves County High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1220 Eagles Way
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 328-6242
Gr: 9-12 | 1,145 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #99.
Mayfield Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
112 W College St
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-7521
Gr: 5-8 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Mayfield/graves County Area Tech Center
Vocational School
710 Douthitt Street
Mayfield, KY 42066
(270) 247-4710
Gr: 8-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 42066, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 42066, KY include Farmington Elementary School, Sedalia Elementary School and Mayfield Youth Development Center.
How many public schools are located in 42066?
11 public schools are located in 42066.
What percentage of students in 42066 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 42066 are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 42066?
42066 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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