For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 717 students in Hickman County, KY.
The top-ranked public schools in Hickman County, KY are Hickman County Elementary School and Hickman County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hickman County, KY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Hickman County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Hickman County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Hickman County Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
416 Mcmorris St
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4067
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4067
Gr: PK-6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Hickman County High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 James H Phillips Dr
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4044
Clinton, KY 42031
(270) 653-4044
Gr: 7-12 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hickman County, KY?
The top-ranked public schools in Hickman County, KY include Hickman County Elementary School and Hickman County High School.
How many public schools are located in Hickman County?
2 public schools are located in Hickman County.
What is the racial composition of students in Hickman County?
Hickman County public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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