Best 40484 Kentucky Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,155 students in 40484, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in 40484, KY are Stanford Elementary School, Lincoln County High School and Lincoln County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 40484 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 40484, KY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 40484, KY Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stanford Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
101 Old Fort Rd
Stanford, KY 40484
(606) 365-2191
Gr: PK-5 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln County High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
60 Education Way
Stanford, KY 40484
(606) 365-9111
Gr: 9-12 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln County Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
285 Education Way
Stanford, KY 40484
(606) 365-8400
Gr: 6-8 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Lincoln County Area Technology Center
Vocational School
422 Education Way
Stanford, KY 40484
(606) 365-8500
Gr: 8-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 40484, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in 40484, KY include Stanford Elementary School, Lincoln County High School and Lincoln County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 40484?
4 public schools are located in 40484.
What is the racial composition of students in 40484?
40484 public schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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